Trump Airport Ranks Cheapest Major U.S. Airport for Parking

A Florida Rentals study of 50 busy U.S. airports found all Florida airports below the national average parking cost.

Updated on Nov. 12, 2026 in Air Travel

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Florida's airports, including the newly renamed President Donald J. Trump International, rank among the cheapest major U.S. airports for parking, a Florida Rentals study found. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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President Donald J. Trump International Airport was ranked the least expensive major U.S. airport for parking in a Florida Rentals study. General parking there costs about $56 per week, compared with roughly $215 per week for the average U.S. airport.

Why it matters

Parking can add significant cost to a trip, and the study shows wide differences in fees between airports. Travelers in Florida may find lower parking costs at several local airports than the national average.

The study compared weekly general parking rates at 50 of the busiest U.S. airports, with Trump International at about $56 per week, Miami International at about $129, and Tampa International at roughly $168. The analysis does not address premium or long-term parking options.

The players

Florida Rentals

Florida Rentals is a vehicle rental company that conducted the airport parking cost study.

The details

The study, titled "America's Most Expensive Airport Parking," compared general parking rates at 50 busy U.S. airports. Among Florida airports, Orlando International and Southwest Florida International each cost about $133 per week, and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood about $140.

Timeline

  1. Article reporting the Florida Rentals parking ranking was published on November 12, 2026.

Travel Outlook

The Florida Rentals study measures airport parking costs against a national average of roughly $215 per week, showing Florida airports generally priced below that benchmark. Travelers comparing total trip costs in the state can use these weekly rates as a reference point.

Travelers flying from Florida airports can compare weekly parking rates before booking, since fees at some airports run well above others. Factoring in parking costs can help keep total trip budgets accurate.

The takeaway

Parking costs can vary sharply between airports, so comparing rates before a trip can meaningfully reduce travel expenses. Checking weekly parking fees alongside airfare helps travelers estimate the true cost of a flight.

Further reading

For more on flight planning costs, see Air Travel coverage across Florida.

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