By Wisconsin Limo Service Team
September 1, 2026 • 12 min read
This Wisconsin airport parking rates guide compares current parking prices at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE), Dane County Regional Airport (MSN), and Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport (GRB), including what those rates can mean for a weekend, business trip, or longer vacation.
Wisconsin travelers have an advantage that passengers in many larger metro areas do not: several of the state’s major airports still offer comparatively straightforward parking choices. But the lowest daily rate does not always provide the best fit for the trip. Travelers should consider luggage, shuttle requirements, covered parking, weather, trip length, and whether they would rather leave the personal vehicle at home and arrange a Wisconsin limo service instead.
Quick answer: Milwaukee Mitchell currently lists Saver parking at $11/day, Daily and Surface parking at $18/day, Hourly parking at $27/day, and Valet at $28/day. Dane County Regional currently lists Economy at $10/day, Surface at $12/day, Ramp at $14/day, and Hourly at $20/day. Green Bay Austin Straubel currently lists Long-Term parking at $9/day with a $45 weekly rate, and Short-Term parking at $19/day. Rates and parking availability can change, so confirm the airport’s official parking page before departure.
Wisconsin Airport Parking Rates Guide: Three Airports, Three Different Systems
There is no single Wisconsin airport parking rate.
MKE offers several tiers ranging from Saver parking to terminal valet.
MSN has a simpler four-level system, but all spaces are currently first come, first served.
GRB has perhaps the simplest structure of the three, including an unusually attractive weekly long-term rate.
The right question is therefore not:
“Where is airport parking cheapest?”
A better question is:
“Which airport am I flying from, how long will I be gone, and which parking option would I realistically use?”
That produces a much more useful travel budget.
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport Parking Rates
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport serves a large portion of southeastern Wisconsin and currently offers several official parking categories.
MKE Saver Parking — $11 Per Day
The current Saver rate is:
$2 per hour
$11 maximum per 24 hours
This is Milwaukee Mitchell’s lowest-priced standard passenger parking option.
For travelers leaving for several days and prioritizing cost, Saver can produce a substantial difference compared with terminal-adjacent parking.
MKE Daily Garage — $18 Per Day
The Daily section currently costs:
$2 per hour
$18 maximum per 24 hours
Milwaukee Mitchell describes Daily parking as the appropriate garage choice for stays longer than five hours or overnight.
The garage currently has a maximum vehicle height of 6 feet 11 inches.
For Wisconsin winters, covered garage parking may also have value beyond simply being closer to the terminal.
MKE Surface Parking — $18 Per Day
Surface parking has the same current daily maximum:
$18 per 24 hours
The difference is the parking environment rather than the basic daily price.
Travelers who do not need covered garage parking may find Surface parking straightforward, while someone departing during heavy snow or returning during extreme cold may place more value on covered parking.
MKE Hourly Garage — $27 Per Day
Hourly parking currently costs:
$2 per hour
$27 maximum per 24 hours
Milwaukee Mitchell recommends the Hourly section primarily for stays under five hours.
The first 30 minutes are free, which can also make it useful when accompanying someone into the terminal or handling a short airport visit.
For a multi-day trip, however, travelers should compare the Daily and Saver options before automatically entering Hourly parking.
MKE Valet Parking — $28 Per Day
Milwaukee Mitchell currently lists terminal valet at:
$28 per day
Travelers drop the vehicle in the left lane of the ticketing roadway, and the airport states that the vehicle is kept in a secure covered area.
Upon return, passengers are brought directly to their vehicle based on the flight information supplied to valet.
At only $1 per day more than the Hourly maximum, Valet represents a very different kind of MKE parking decision.
The traveler is paying for convenience rather than trying to minimize the daily rate.
What MKE Parking Costs Over a Real Trip
The daily rate becomes more meaningful when multiplied across the entire stay.
Three-Day Trip
Saver: $33
Daily: $54
Surface: $54
Hourly: $81
Valet: $84
Five-Day Trip
Saver: $55
Daily: $90
Surface: $90
Hourly: $135
Valet: $140
Seven-Day Trip
Saver: $77
Daily: $126
Surface: $126
Hourly: $189
Valet: $196
Ten-Day Trip
Saver: $110
Daily: $180
Surface: $180
Hourly: $270
Valet: $280
These are planning examples based on the current 24-hour maximums. Actual totals depend on entry and exit time.
A Milwaukee traveler leaving for ten days could therefore be comparing approximately:
$110 Saver parking
with
$280 Valet parking
at the same airport.
Neither option is inherently wrong.
They simply place value on different things.
When MKE Valet May Be Worth the Difference
Valet is rarely the right choice for someone whose only objective is finding the lowest daily parking rate.
It can make more sense for:
- very early departures;
- business travelers;
- passengers carrying several bags;
- families traveling with children;
- travelers with mobility considerations;
- winter trips;
- short premium trips;
- and people who value terminal-side convenience.
For example, a three-day trip currently creates a difference of approximately:
Saver: $33
versus
Valet: $84
That is a $51 difference across the entire trip.
For one passenger, $51 may not be worth the upgrade.
For another traveler managing children, suitcases, freezing weather, and an early flight, the calculation may look completely different.
Travelers who prefer door-to-terminal transportation can also compare parking with Wisconsin Limo Service’s Milwaukee Airport Limo Service, which provides MKE transfers from Milwaukee and communities throughout Wisconsin.
Dane County Regional Airport Parking Rates
Madison travelers have a different parking system at Dane County Regional Airport.
Current rates became effective in January 2026.
MSN Economy Lot — $10 Per Day
Current rate:
$10 per 24 hours
This is the lowest-priced standard parking option currently published at MSN.
The Economy Lot is important for another reason: it accepts credit and debit cards, but not cash.
MSN Surface Lot — $12 Per Day
Current maximum:
$12 per 24 hours
This provides a modest step up from Economy without reaching the higher Ramp or Hourly pricing.
MSN Ramp — $14 Per Day
Current maximum:
$14 per day
The airport currently lists an 8-foot-2-inch height clearance for the Ramp.
For passengers who value covered parking, this may deserve consideration during Wisconsin winters.
MSN Hourly Parking — $20 Per Day
Hourly parking currently costs:
$2 per hour up to six hours
$20 maximum per day
The first 30 minutes are free.
MSN specifically promotes that free period for people meeting or accompanying travelers at the airport.
What MSN Parking Costs for 3, 5, 7 and 10 Days
Economy — $10/day
3 days: $30
5 days: $50
7 days: $70
10 days: $100
Surface — $12/day
3 days: $36
5 days: $60
7 days: $84
10 days: $120
Ramp — $14/day
3 days: $42
5 days: $70
7 days: $98
10 days: $140
Hourly — $20/day
3 days: $60
5 days: $100
7 days: $140
10 days: $200
For a week-long trip, the difference between Economy and Hourly parking is approximately:
$70
That is relatively modest compared with the pricing gaps at some large hub airports.
But it is still worth knowing which facility you intend to use.
MSN Does Not Currently Offer Parking Reservations
This is one of the most important things Madison travelers should know.
Dane County Regional says its airport parking remains 100% first come, first served.
The airport specifically warns that third-party websites may claim to sell pre-reserved MSN parking even though the airport does not partner with those services.
That means travelers should not assume an online third-party “reservation” guarantees an official MSN parking space.
Use the airport’s own website for current information.
This also creates a different decision from CLT, ORD, or other airports where official reserved parking products may exist.
At MSN, the traveler is choosing a parking category, but not currently reserving an airport-operated spot in advance.
Parking at MSN for More Than 30 Days
Dane County Regional asks travelers planning to park for more than 30 days to contact the airport Parking Manager.
That is relevant for extended international travel, long-term business assignments, military travel, or seasonal trips.
For a trip of that length, travelers should also compare whether storing the personal vehicle at an airport is the best ground-transportation solution at all.
Wisconsin Limo Service’s Madison Airport Limo Service provides MSN transportation throughout Madison, Dane County, Milwaukee, Janesville, Wisconsin Dells, and other Wisconsin communities, with flight tracking and Meet & Greet available.
Green Bay Austin Straubel Airport Parking Rates
Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport has the simplest parking structure in this guide.
The airport currently provides more than 1,000 spaces within a short walk of the terminal.
GRB Long-Term Parking — $9 Per Day
Current pricing includes:
First 30 minutes: Free
31–60 minutes: $3
Each additional hour after 60 minutes: $1
Daily maximum: $9
Weekly rate: $45
The weekly rate is particularly notable.
At the normal $9 daily maximum, seven days would equal $63.
The published weekly rate reduces that to:
$45
for the applicable weekly parking period.
GRB Short-Term Parking — $19 Per Day
Current short-term pricing includes:
First 30 minutes: Free
31–60 minutes: $4
Each additional half-hour: $1
Daily maximum: $19
For someone dropping off or meeting a passenger, short-term parking can be convenient.
For a week-long trip, Long-Term parking is substantially more economical.
GRB’s Weekly Rate Changes the Long-Trip Calculation
Green Bay’s published weekly pricing makes it different from both MKE and MSN.
A traveler using Long-Term parking might look at:
3 Days
Approximately $27
5 Days
Approximately $45
7-Day Weekly Period
$45 weekly rate
For trips extending beyond one weekly period, travelers should confirm how the airport will calculate the additional days rather than assuming a formula from a general travel blog.
That is a good example of why the official airport page should always be the final pricing source.
Passengers who prefer to skip parking can use Wisconsin Limo Service’s Green Bay Airport Limo Service for GRB transfers from Green Bay, Ashwaubenon, De Pere, and surrounding northeastern Wisconsin communities.
Which Wisconsin Airport Has the Lowest Parking Rate?
Looking only at the lowest current standard options:
GRB Long-Term: $9/day, with a $45 weekly rate
MSN Economy: $10/day
MKE Saver: $11/day
That makes the three airports surprisingly close on basic long-term daily pricing.
But choosing an airport based on a $1 or $2 parking difference would rarely make sense.
Travelers should first consider:
- available flights;
- ticket price;
- nonstop routes;
- distance from home;
- driving time;
- fuel;
- departure time;
- and destination.
Parking is one piece of the airport decision.
It should not overpower the rest of the itinerary.
Wisconsin Travelers Should Calculate the Drive to the Airport Too
This is where a statewide parking guide becomes more useful than simply listing lot prices.
A Madison resident flying from MKE does not only have an $11 or $18 parking cost.
The trip also includes the drive from Madison to Milwaukee and back.
A Green Bay traveler using MKE has an even longer ground trip.
A Lake Geneva passenger driving to MSN faces another calculation.
So compare:
home → airport drive → parking → terminal
with:
home → scheduled airport vehicle → terminal
Wisconsin Limo Service’s Wisconsin Airport Limo Service covers MKE, MSN, GRB, ATW, CWA, Chicago O’Hare, Midway, and other regional airports from communities throughout Wisconsin.
The farther the traveler lives from the terminal, the more valuable a complete ground-transportation calculation becomes.
Two Cars Can Change an Affordable Parking Rate
Wisconsin airport parking looks inexpensive when viewed as one vehicle.
Family and group trips can involve several cars.
Consider seven days at MKE.
One Vehicle in Saver
$77
Two Vehicles
$154
Three Vehicles
$231
At MSN Economy:
One vehicle: $70
Two vehicles: $140
Three vehicles: $210
At GRB, the published weekly Long-Term rate makes the comparison particularly interesting:
One vehicle: $45
Two vehicles: $90
Three vehicles: $135
A chauffeured group transfer will not automatically be cheaper.
But the correct comparison should include every vehicle the group would otherwise leave at the airport.
When Parking Is Probably the Easy Choice
Self-parking can make excellent sense when:
- you live close to the airport;
- the trip is short;
- the airport offers inexpensive long-term parking;
- you are traveling lightly;
- you want your personal vehicle immediately after landing;
- and the parking process does not create an inconvenience for your party.
A solo traveler using three days of MSN Economy parking for approximately $30 may have little reason to complicate the decision.
The same can apply to five days of GRB Long-Term parking at approximately $45.
Good travel advice should acknowledge when airport parking is genuinely economical.
When Chauffeured Airport Transportation Becomes More Attractive
The calculation can shift when:
- the trip lasts one or two weeks;
- several vehicles would be parked;
- travelers live far from the airport;
- the flight leaves extremely early;
- the return arrives very late;
- substantial luggage is involved;
- children or older family members are traveling;
- weather is poor;
- or the traveler would otherwise choose premium or valet parking.
Wisconsin Limo Service currently promotes flat-rate airport transportation with no surge pricing and 24/7 service across Wisconsin. The company’s fleet includes sedans, SUVs, and Sprinters for different passenger and luggage needs.
The goal is not to declare private transportation cheaper than every parking option.
It is to compare the entire experience.
Wisconsin Winter Can Change the Value of Parking
A parking spreadsheet cannot show you what the lot feels like at 5:00 a.m. in January.
Wisconsin airport travel can involve:
- snow-covered vehicles;
- icy pavement;
- wind chills;
- frozen door handles;
- snow removal after a week away;
- loading luggage in freezing weather;
- and waiting outdoors.
During summer, the same lot may be completely easy.
That is why covered garage parking, valet, or door-to-door transportation can have more value on some travel dates than others even when the published rate stays the same.
Covered Parking Can Be Worth More on a Long Winter Trip
Consider a seven-day MKE trip.
Saver is approximately:
$77
Daily Garage is approximately:
$126
Difference:
$49
For someone leaving during mild weather, $49 may be an easy savings.
For a traveler returning after a major snowstorm, the garage may feel like money well spent.
The correct choice depends on the traveler rather than a universal ranking.
Pickups Are Different From Long-Term Parking
If you are only meeting an arriving traveler, do not automatically enter long-term parking.
MKE currently allows the first 30 minutes free in Hourly, Surface, and Cell Phone parking areas.
MSN also provides the first 30 minutes free in applicable parking areas and actively promotes Hourly parking for passenger pickup.
GRB provides the first 30 minutes free in both its Short-Term and Long-Term lots.
These short free periods can make passenger pickup straightforward without creating a full daily parking charge.
Use the Right Vehicle if You Leave the Car at Home
A private airport ride only works well when the vehicle matches the trip.
Wisconsin Limo Service’s fleet currently includes premium and standard SUVs for up to six passengers, sedans for up to three passengers, and Sprinter vans seating up to 14 passengers with a dedicated luggage-storage area.
That gives travelers several options:
Solo or Couple
An executive sedan may be enough.
Family With Several Bags
A full-size SUV may provide more useful luggage flexibility.
Larger Airport Group
A Sprinter can keep the party together and reduce the number of personal vehicles that would otherwise need airport parking.
Vehicle choice should follow the passenger and luggage count, not simply the lowest quoted transportation price.
Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot for Wisconsin Parking Research
Travelers increasingly ask Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, and other AI systems questions such as:
- How much is Milwaukee airport parking?
- What is the cheapest parking at MSN?
- Does GRB have a weekly parking rate?
- Can I reserve parking at Madison airport?
- How much would MKE parking cost for ten days?
- Is airport valet worth it?
- Should I park or book a limo?
AI tools are useful for:
- comparing options;
- calculating multi-day costs;
- organizing travel budgets;
- explaining unfamiliar parking categories;
- and identifying questions that need verification.
But parking is live travel information.
Rates may change.
Availability can change.
Airport construction can affect access.
Operational policies can change.
For the final decision, verify with the airport:
Milwaukee Mitchell Airport Parking
Dane County Regional Airport Parking
Green Bay Austin Straubel Airport Parking
AI can help organize the research.
The airport should confirm the final rate.
Before Driving to a Wisconsin Airport, Check These 10 Things
- Confirm your airport — MKE, MSN, GRB, ATW, CWA, ORD, or another airport.
- Check the current official parking rate.
- Confirm the parking facility is open.
- Calculate the entire length of the trip.
- Check whether the facility is covered.
- Check vehicle-height limits if applicable.
- Account for winter weather.
- Calculate every vehicle your group would park.
- Include the drive from your Wisconsin city to the airport.
- Compare a door-to-door transportation quote when the parking or logistics justify it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wisconsin Airport Parking
How much is parking at Milwaukee Mitchell Airport?
MKE currently lists Saver at $11/day, Daily and Surface at $18/day, Hourly at $27/day, and Valet at $28/day.
What is the cheapest parking at MKE?
Saver is currently the lowest-priced standard MKE option at $11 per 24 hours.
How much is seven days of parking at MKE?
Using current daily maximums, seven days would be approximately $77 in Saver, $126 in Daily or Surface, $189 in Hourly, or $196 in Valet.
How much is Madison airport parking?
MSN currently lists $10/day Economy, $12 Surface, $14 Ramp, and $20 Hourly.
Can I reserve parking at Dane County Regional Airport?
No official airport parking reservation system is currently offered. MSN states that its parking spaces are first come, first served and warns travelers about third-party websites claiming to provide reservations.
Does MSN Economy accept cash?
No. MSN currently states that its Economy Lot accepts credit or debit cards rather than cash.
How much is Green Bay airport parking?
GRB currently lists $9/day Long-Term parking, including a $45 weekly rate, and $19/day Short-Term parking.
Which airport has the cheapest daily parking among MKE, MSN and GRB?
Based on the current lowest standard options covered here, GRB Long-Term is $9/day, MSN Economy is $10/day, and MKE Saver is $11/day.
Does GRB really have a $45 weekly parking rate?
Yes. Green Bay Austin Straubel currently publishes a $45 weekly rate for its Long-Term lot.
Is airport parking always cheaper than limo service?
No single answer applies to every trip. Short-term economy parking may be extremely inexpensive. Chauffeured transportation becomes more useful to compare for longer trips, premium parking, multiple parked vehicles, long drives to the airport, families, groups, substantial luggage, or travelers prioritizing door-to-door convenience.
Does Wisconsin Limo Service serve MKE, MSN and GRB?
Yes. Wisconsin Limo Service provides airport transportation to Milwaukee Mitchell, Dane County Regional, Green Bay Austin Straubel, Appleton International and other Wisconsin airports, along with O’Hare and Midway.
What vehicle should a larger airport group use?
Wisconsin Limo Service currently offers Sprinter vans seating up to 14 passengers with additional luggage storage, along with SUVs and sedans for smaller groups. The exact passenger and luggage requirement should be provided when reserving.
Compare the Airport You Actually Use
The most useful takeaway from this Wisconsin airport parking rates guide is that Wisconsin travelers have several genuinely affordable parking choices.
At Milwaukee Mitchell, Saver currently begins at $11 per day.
At Dane County Regional, Economy is $10 per day.
At Green Bay, Long-Term parking is $9 per day, with a $45 weekly rate.
Those are competitive prices.
But the parking rate is only one part of the airport journey.
A Madison traveler driving to Milwaukee, a Green Bay family leaving several vehicles at MKE, or a Lake Country executive choosing valet has a much different ground-transportation calculation from someone living ten minutes from MSN.
Calculate:
the airport + the drive + the parking category + the number of cars + the trip length + the convenience you actually want.
Then make the comparison.
Wisconsin Limo Service provides 24/7 airport transportation across Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, Appleton, Lake Country, southeastern Wisconsin, and communities statewide, with sedans, premium SUVs, and Sprinters for individual travelers, families, executives, and groups.
Want to Leave Your Vehicle at Home?
Before paying for several days of airport parking, compare the complete ground trip.
Provide your:
- pickup location;
- airport;
- date;
- airline and flight;
- passenger count;
- luggage count;
- and preferred vehicle.
Then compare the quote with the parking option you would actually choose, rather than only the airport’s cheapest advertised rate.
Call or Text: (608) 904-2660
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