CMH Airport Parking Options

John Glenn Columbus International Airport

Located in the 14th largest city in the US, CMH is a medium-sized airport with one terminal and three concourses. The 2020 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Awards recognized CMH as the best airport based on its regional and size categories.

John Glenn Columbus International Airport was originally named Columbus Municipal Hangar when it first opened, hence its airport code CMH. In 2016, the airport was renamed from Port Columbus to its current name, to honor Ohio native John Glenn, one of the country’s most revered modern patriots.

The original terminal opened in 1958, and plans for renovation and expansion are in the works. In April 2022, a resolution to redesign the airport was approved by the Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) Board of Directors.

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    CMH Airport Parking Rates

    Long term parking

    Lot name Price
    Green Shuttle Lot
    On-airport
    $5.00 /day
    Red Shuttle Lot
    On-airport
    $8.00 /day
    Blue Shuttle Lot
    On-airport
    $9.00 /day
    Uncovered
    Blue Shuttle Lot
    On-airport
    $10.00 /day
    Covered
    Walking Lot
    On-airport
    $13.00 /day
    Long Term Garage
    On-airport
    $20.00 /day
    Short Term Garage
    On-airport
    $30.00 /day
    Valet
    On-airport
    $30.00 /day
    $16 for the first hour
    $2 for each additional hour
    $30 per 24 hours

    Park With The Shark
    1426 Stelzer Rd
    Columbus, OH 43219
    614-299-2244
    The Parking Spot
    1399 Stelzer Road
    Columbus, OH 43219
    614-237-6413

    Short term parking

    Lot name Price
    Cell Phone Lot
    On-airport
    $0.00 /hour
    Green Shuttle Lot
    On-airport
    $2.00 /hour
    $2.00 for first hour
    $1.00 / hour after first
    $5.00 daily max
    Red Shuttle Lot
    On-airport
    $2.00 /hour
    $2.00 for first hour
    $1.00 / hour after first
    $8.00 daily max
    Blue Shuttle Lot (Uncovered)
    On-airport
    $2.00 /hour
    $2.00 for first hour
    $1.00 / hour after first
    $9.00 daily max
    Blue Shuttle Lot (Covered)
    On-airport
    $3.00 /hour
    $3.00 for first hour
    $1.00 / hour after first
    $10.00 daily max
    Walking Lot
    On-airport
    $5.00 /hour
    $5.00 for first hour
    $3.00 / hour after first hour
    $30.00 / day
    Short Term Garage
    On-airport
    $5.00 /hour
    $5.00 for first hour
    $3.00 / hour after first hour
    $13.00 / day
    Long Term Garage
    On-airport
    $5.00 /hour
    $5.00 for first hour
    $3.00 / hour after first hour
    $20.00 / day

    On-Site Airport Parking Overview

    Key takeaways

    • All lots accept short term parking and the prices for short term are pretty much the same ($2-3 per hour), so if you're parking short term, just get as close to the terminal as you can.
    • There's no down side to parking too long in the short term lots - you'll keep getting billed the hourly rate until you reach the daily maximum, which is just more in the short term lots than in the long term lots.
    • Long term parking is $5 - $10 per day, based on distance from the airport (you'll need to take a quick shuttle to the terminal).
    • There's a valet option right in front of the terminal, but it is currently closed.
    • There's a cell phone lot past the terminal
    • Not many options with third party lots at CMH. There are only two that I'm aware of, ranging from $7 - $10 per day, although I'm not totally sure why you wouldn't just park in the on airport lots since they're closer and cheaper. It might make more sense if you have a corporate or frequent parker discount.

    CMH Airport parking map

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    General airport info

    John Glenn Columbus International Airport
    4600 International Gateway
    Columbus, OH 43129

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    Airport parking options at CMH

    On-airport lots

    CMH has 7 total options for parking (plus a cell phone lot), ranging in price from $2-3 per hour for short term parking to $5-30 per day for long term parking.

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    3rd party lots

    There are only a couple 3rd party, privately owned lots. They're slightly cheaper per day than the on-airport lots. The airport is pretty small though, so they're almost as close to the airport as the airport-owned lots.

    Prices are around $11 - $18 / day

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    Hotels

    CMH has a few options for hotel lots in the surrounding area.

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    Hotel lots

    Hotel lots allow you to park at nearby hotels and the hotel shuttle takes you to the airport.

    Before using hotel lots, I’d recommend you read more about how these lots work on my guide to airport parking, particularly the section on hotel lots here.

    FAQ's

    Depending on the lot you choose to park at the airport, the rate of the parking lot range in price from $2-5 per hour for short-term parking to $5-30 per day for long-term parking.

    There is no free parking near John Glenn Columbus International Airport. However, drivers can use the Cell Phone Lot for free parking while waiting for passengers.

    Generally, the cheapest parking at CMH is the Green shuttle lot. You have to pay $2 for the first hour and $1 for each additional hour with a maximum of $5 for each 24-hour period.

    Yes, the valet parking at CMH is available on the ticketing level of the main terminal. It’s available 24/7 for customers looking for premium parking services or in a hurry. The ticketing level station is near the curb just inside the terminal doors.

    CMH airport offers electric vehicle charging for garage and valet customers without additional charges. The EV charging stations can be found on levels 1 and 5 in the long-term parking garage and in the Blue Lot. Take note that the service is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

    Yes. Drivers can wait for arriving passengers in the free Cell Phone Lot, conveniently located less than a minute from the terminal, next to the Blue Long-Term Shuttle Lot. The Cell Phone lot is free to park in and offers more spaces as well as enhanced lighting and security.

    Blue long-term shuttle lot offers multiple available covered parking options. You just have to note that there is a height clearance of 11'3" due to the exit canopy.

    Currently, the parking lots at the airport are unable to accommodate motorcycle parking. Check out offsite parking lot for this option.

    You can check the Real-Time Parking Statusat CMH Airport.

    Reservation is not required for any parking lot at CMH Airport. That being said, there are offsite parking areas to get your reservation if you want to book ahead:

    Unfortunately, Veterans Parking Discount is not available at John Glenn Columbus Airport.

    Designated handicap-accessible parking is available in the parking garages and Blue, Red, and Green shuttle bus lots. All shuttle buses are equipped with lift gear to accommodate wheelchairs and electric scooters.


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