Park Short at Brisbane Airport

Park Short Car Park, Brisbane Airport Parking Domestic Terminal Car Park, Alpinia Dr, Brisbane Airport QLD 4008, Australia

Online rates will differ from drive-up rates and are subject to change based on capacity and time of booking for future dates.

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Brisbane Airport

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Park Short Car Park, Brisbane Airport Parking Domestic Terminal Car Park, Alpinia Dr, Brisbane Airport QLD 4008, Australia
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Park Short, as its name implies, is ideal for short-term parking at Brisbane Airport, or quick drop-offs and pick-ups at the terminals.

Located a 2-5 minute walk from the terminals, Park Short charges by the hour rather than the day, making it pricier than long-term options but convenient for visits up to 4 hours.

Beyond this, the Long Term Car Park or other options are more economical.

If you reserve your spot at least one hour before arrival, you can park for 2 hours for just $10.00.

Otherwise, drive-up rates of $30.00 for 2 hours will apply.

General

Park Short, as its name implies, is ideal for short-term parking at Brisbane Airport, or quick drop-offs and pick-ups at the terminals.

Located a 2-5 minute walk from the terminals, Park Short charges by the hour rather than the day, making it pricier than long-term options but convenient for visits up to 4 hours.

Beyond this, the Long Term Car Park or other options are more economical.

If you reserve your spot at least one hour before arrival, you can park for 2 hours for just $10.00.

Otherwise, drive-up rates of $30.00 for 2 hours will apply.

Instructions

How Does Parking at Park Short Work?

The process of parking at Park Short Brisbane is effortless.

Depending on which terminal you need to park at, the process will differ slightly based on the location.

Upon Arrival

If you booked online, upon arrival at Park Short Brisbane Airport, the entry gate will automatically recognise your car park's licence plate and the gate will open.

If it doesn't, scan the QR code found in your booking confirmation email.

If you didn't pre-book, you can scan or insert your credit card at the entry gate.

You will need to scan / insert that same credit card upon exit.

Upon Return

When you arrive back at Brisbane Airport, you can walk back to Park Short, get in your car, and drive up to the exit barrier.

If you pre-booked your spot online before arrival, the exit gate will automatically open upon you drive up to exit.

If you didn't pre-book, you will need to scan or tap the same card you used upon entry, to exit.

Travellers can also pay for their spot with credit card at all Automatic Payment Machines, and with cash at the Payment Machines on Level 2 of the P1 Car Park at the Domestic Terminal and on the Ground Level at the International Terminal.

How do I get to ParkShort Brisbane Airport?

From Brisbane CBD, follow the directions below to arrive at Park Short:

Head northeast on George St toward Ann St
Turn right onto Ann St
Continue on Ann St
Follow Ann St and use the left 2 lanes to take the ramp to the M3
Merge onto M3 and continue on the Inner City Bypass (ICB)
Take the Exit for Kingsford Smith Drive
Use the left lane to take the exit toward Kingsford Smith Drive
Merge onto Kingsford Smith Dr
Continue straight on Kingsford Smith Dr
Merge onto the M7/Airport Link
Keep left to stay on Kingsford Smith Dr and take the ramp to M7/Airport Link
Merge onto M7 and continue towards the airport
Take the Exit toward Airport Drive
Use the left lane to take the Airport Dr exit
Keep left to stay on Airport Dr, follow signs for the Domestic Terminal or International Terminal.
Continue on Airport Drive
Follow Airport Dr and look for signs for the Domestic Terminal or International Terminal, depending on which Park Short you want to park at
Follow signs for Park Short, located within a 2-5 minute walk of the terminals

Benefits

Open 24/7
Available at Domestic & International Terminals
- Located on Level 2 of the Domestic Terminal Car Park
- Located on the Ground Level in the uncovered zone outside the International Terminal
Ideal for stays up to 4 hours
2 - 5 minute walk to terminals
P1 Car Park (Domestic): 2.25 metres
P2 Car Park (International): 2.4 metres
Ideal for travellers parking for a maximum of 3 hours

Safety & Facilities

Security at Park Short Brisbane

Both Park Short locations offer safe, well-lit parking facilities with continuous CCTV monitoring.

Open 24 hours a day, the car park ensures your vehicle is always under surveillance.

You keep your keys when you leave your car at Park Short, providing peace of mind that your vehicle is secure.

Drive-Up Rates at Park Short Brisbane Airport

Parking at Park Short Brisbane Airport will cost travellers a different rate for the first 30 minutes at the two terminals, and then the same rates for every hour after 30 minutes.

For example, parking is free at Park Short at the Domestic Terminal for the first 30 minutes, whereas it is $12.00 for the first 30 minutes at Park Short at the International Terminal.

After 30 minutes, parking Park Short at both terminals will be $28.00 for 1 - 2 hours, $68.00 for 4 - 24 hours, $112.00 for 2 days, and $55.00 for each additional day thereafter.

Parking at the Park Short car parks is not the most economical parking option compared to the other parks offered on Brisbane Airport grounds. However, it is convenient for both international and domestic travellers to go away for a few hours.

Brisbane Airport Park Short Parking Rates
Duration	International Park Short Rates	Domestic Park Short Rates
0 - 30 min	$ 12.00	Free
30 - 60 min	$ 23.00	$ 23.00
1 - 2 hrs	$ 28.00	$ 28.00
2 - 3 hrs	$ 34.00	$ 34.00
3 - 4 hrs	$ 35.00	$ 35.00
4 - 24 hrs	$ 68.00	$ 68.00
2 days	$ 112.00	$ 112.00
Each additional day thereafter will be $55.00

^{The rates shown above are drive-up rates and therefore will be different from those displayed when booking your car park online.}

Brisbane Airport Pick-up & Drop-off Zone

There are two free pick-up and drop-off curbside zones at Brisbane Airport - one by the Domestic Terminal and one by the International Terminal. These zones are reserved for drivers who have a passenger immediately ready to be dropped off or picked up.

It’s not possible to wait in these zones, and anyone found loitering for more than two minutes will be asked to move on by a Kerbside Officer.

Pick Up / Drop Off at the Domestic Terminal: Currently, the waiting area for pick up and drop offs at the Domestic Terminal is closed. Instead, travellers can park in Park Short for 30 minutes, free of charge
Pick Up / Drop Off at the International Terminal: Drivers should follow the green signs to the 'Passenger Pick Up' area, located outside the Arrivals Hall, on the ground level, or level 1. Drivers can wait in this area for up to 10 minutes.

How long is Short Term Parking at Brisbane Airport?

Short-term parking is generally classified as those who plan to park for 4 hours or less. The short-term car park does not limit travellers to how long they can stay in the car park, but rates are calculated hourly, as opposed to long-term car park rates that tend to calculate their rates in periods of 24 hours.

Is it cheaper to book Brisbane Airport Parking online?

Yes, the best prices will be found online, and the more in advance you book, the cheaper rates will be. For example, by booking your spot at Park Short an hour in advance, travellers can save $18.00 on parking for 2 hours. Parking can still be purchased upon arrival at the airport, however, rates will be higher, and parking spots are not guaranteed.

^{All the parking rates cited are approximate and subject to change without notice. Parking rates associated with 'one week' above, are for 1 week (8 days). Please note that ParkMundo does not compare all the airport car parking spaces available in the market, and cannot consider specific needs and individual requirements. Always read the terms and conditions before booking.}