If you are dropping someone off or picking someone up, short-term parking is the logical choice. Short-term parking is the first available parking sector located north of the Landside Terminal; it is easily identifiable, because it is the only parking garage available. It gives guests access to the Landside Terminal.
For those going on short trips with just carry-on luggage--or for those picking up friends or family members--long-term parking, north of the short-term parking, offers rates of $12 per day for self parking and $22.95 for covered parking with a valet, as of October 2010.
For those traveling on long trips, as of 2010, extended parking offers the best rates available of $8 per day. Located north of the long-term parking, travelers receive free shuttle bus service to Landside Terminal. For added security, all three parking areas offer 24-hour security from Allegheny County Police.
A privately owned company, Charlie Brown's Airport Parking, is an inexpensive alternative to the standard parking at Pittsburgh Airport. Drive-up rates are $6, while reserved parking saves you a dollar. 24-hour shuttle bus service is available, along with luggage assistance.