As of 2026, the title for the most expensive airport parking is often attributed to the "short-stay" or "drop-off" zones at major UK airports like London City (LCY) and London Heathrow (LHR), when measured by cost per minute. London City Airport recently set a record by charging drivers approximately £8 (roughly $10) for just five minutes of parking near the terminal, with steep penalties for any additional time. When looking at long-term parking, Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) and New York's JFK consistently rank at the top, with "premium" or "valet" parking spots reaching daily rates of $70 to $100. Interestingly, a 2026 report highlighted that London Heathrow is investing over £1.3 billion to build two massive multi-storey "parkways" that will consolidate 20 existing lots; the construction cost alone equates to nearly £36,000 per parking space, indicating that parking fees are unlikely to drop. For travelers, these high prices have made "off-site" lots with shuttle services or public transport options like the Elizabeth Line (for Heathrow) much more attractive than the convenience of parking directly at the terminal door.