Lambert International has six different lots that are part of the airport itself. These lots range from covered to uncovered and all are only a short walk from either the main terminal or terminal two which serves Southwest Airlines. As of October 2010, prices range from $9 to $13 a day for lots A through D. Lot C has a covered lot that costs $11 a day. Cost is relevant to distance from the terminal. Lots 1 and 2 are in the parking garage and are $2.50 per hour and $21 a day.
There are several off-site parking areas that take reservations for vehicles for fees ranging from $7 to $15 a day, as of October 2010. These lots also provide shuttle service to the airport. These lots are located within a couple miles of the airport. Parking Spot, Airpark Airport Parking, Budget Airport Parking and Park Express Airport Parking are the largest of the lots. Certain hotels will also provide shuttle service to the airports.
Local residents and those traveling in from the greater metropolitan area can find free parking for up to 14 days at certain Metrolink sites. Metrolink is the local light rail system that serves the airport and surrounding communities. Depending on where you are coming from there is a lot with at least 25 long-term slots for parking. These are free. In Missouri, you can park long-term for free at the Shrewsbury Station and the Brentwood Station. Both of these have at least 25 parking slots. In Illinois, the choices include Emerson Park Station, Washington Park Station, Fairview Heights Station, Swansea Station, Belleville Station and the Shiloh Scott Station. Each of these has a minimum of 25 long-term parking spaces with the Shiloh Scott Station boasting 50 long-term parking spaces. All of these location do have security 24 hours a day.
