Photo credit: Hiroshima Airport Official Website

If you’re driving to Hiroshima Airport, you probably want to know which lot is the cheapest, and what your total cost will be once you factor in expenses beyond the parking fee.

The short answer: the best-value lot at Hiroshima Airport depends on how long you stay. For a quick drop-off or pick-up, the main parking lot is the best choice. For a trip of a few days, Parking Lot 2 or the private lot Masahiro Parking is the better deal.

*The information in this article is current as of October 2026. Rates and hours are subject to change, so please check each parking lot’s or the airport’s official website for the latest details.

Airport Parking (Main Lot) | Rates and Features

This multi-story parking garage is the closest to the Hiroshima Airport terminal building. Its location is especially welcome if you’re traveling with lots of luggage or with young children.

• Capacity: approx. 1,711 spaces (the largest at the airport)
• Rates: free for the first 30 minutes, ¥200 up to 1 hour, then +¥200 for each additional hour
• Maximum rate per 24 hours: ¥1,200 in regular season, ¥1,600 in peak season (revised April 1, 2025)
• Hours: open 24 hours for entry and exit
• Payment methods: cash, major credit cards, transportation IC cards, WAON, nanaco, Rakuten Edy, iD, QUICPay

Peak season applies on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, as well as during Golden Week, spring break, summer break and the New Year holidays. Overseas trips and holiday trips home often fall in peak season, so check in advance whether your departure and return dates are affected.

Motorcycles can park for free. To receive the discount for people with disabilities, you need to complete the procedure at the information counter inside the terminal building.

For example, a 1-week (7-day) stay would cost up to ¥8,400 in regular season (¥1,200 × 7 days) or up to ¥11,200 in peak season (¥1,600 × 7 days).

Parking Lot 2 | Recommended for Long-Term Parking

It’s about an 8-minute walk from the terminal, a bit farther away, but its maximum rate is lower and doesn’t change with the season, making it a strong option for long-term parking.

• Capacity: 646 spaces
• Rates: free for the first 30 minutes, ¥100 up to 1 hour, then +¥100 for each additional hour
• Maximum rate per 24 hours: ¥800 year-round (no peak-season surcharge)

Compared with Airport Parking, it’s ¥400–¥800 cheaper per day, so the gap grows with stays of 3 days or more. For 7 days, Parking Lot 2 costs ¥5,600 (¥800 × 7 days). That’s ¥2,800 less than Airport Parking’s regular-season ¥8,400 and ¥5,600 less than its peak-season ¥11,200.

Monthly passes (monthly plans) are also available. The March 2025 revision overhauled the lineup: a 6-month pass was introduced, while the 1-year pass was discontinued.

Period	Rate
1 month	¥8,000
2 months	¥16,000
3 months	¥24,000
6 months	¥40,000

If you’re going abroad on an overseas assignment or a long business trip and plan to park for a month or more, a pass is often cheaper than adding up the 24-hour maximum rates.

Private Lot “Masahiro Parking” | Shuttle Included, Strong for Long-Term Parking

This private lot is located off airport grounds and connects to the terminal by a free shuttle bus. Its long-term discounts are generous, making it a cost-effective option for trips of 10 days or more.

• Capacity: approx. 900 spaces
• Standard cars: ¥800/day
• Mid-size vehicles (microbuses, trucks, campers, etc.): ¥1,600/day
• Motorcycles: ¥500/day
• Monthly (standard cars): ¥8,000 (1 month from the date of entry)
• Long-term discount: ¥8,000 (consecutive stays of 10 days to 1 month)
• Coupon book: ¥8,000 (11 ¥800 tickets, valid for 1 year)

For stays of 10 days to 1 month, the ¥8,000 long-term discount is the best deal. For example, for 2 weeks (14 days), the standard daily rate would come to ¥11,200 (¥800 × 14 days), but the long-term discount brings it down to ¥8,000, or about ¥570 per day. However, for a stay of around 7 days, the standard daily rate (¥800 × 7 days = ¥5,600) is cheaper than the long-term discount (¥8,000), so choose according to how long you’ll be away.

The shuttle takes about 10–15 minutes, so allow plenty of time before your flight. If you’re taking a late-night or early-morning flight, it’s a good idea to confirm in advance whether shuttle service is available at those times.

Cost Simulation | Which Is the Best Value?

Let’s compare estimated costs by length of stay (Airport Parking is based on regular-season rates).

Length of stay	Airport Parking	Parking Lot 2	Masahiro Parking
2 days, 1 night	¥2,400	¥1,600	¥1,600
3 days, 2 nights	¥3,600	¥2,400	¥2,400
1 week (7 days)	¥8,400	¥5,600	¥5,600
10 days	¥12,000	¥8,000	¥8,000 (long-term discount)
2 weeks (14 days)	¥16,800	¥11,200	¥8,000 (long-term discount)

Even for a 2-day, 1-night stay, Parking Lot 2 and Masahiro Parking are ¥800 cheaper than Airport Parking. For longer stays of 10 days or more, Masahiro Parking’s long-term discount is by far the best deal.

How to Reserve and Avoid Crowds in Peak Season

Reserving the Official Lots (Airport Parking and Parking Lot 2)

You can reserve online 24 hours a day through the Hiroshima Airport official website for both Airport Parking and Parking Lot 2. Reservations are accepted from 2 months before your start date until 30 minutes before. This is useful if you want to be sure of a space in peak season or avoid the stress of hunting for a spot on the day. A separate reservation fee applies.

Reserving Masahiro Parking

Masahiro Parking accepts reservations by phone. If you want the long-term discount or monthly rate, you must also apply on the day of entry, so contact them early once your start date is set. The official site states that you cannot apply for the long-term discount or monthly rate at the time of exit, so be sure to complete the procedure when you enter.

Tips for Avoiding Crowds

During peak season (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, Golden Week, spring break, summer break and the New Year holidays), parking reservations tend to fill up quickly. If your departure date falls in peak season, we recommend booking as soon as reservations open, 2 months ahead.

Recommendations by Purpose

For Quick Drop-Offs and Pick-Ups

Both Airport Parking and Parking Lot 2 are free for up to 30 minutes. For pick-ups, Airport Parking is the more convenient choice.

For Trips of a Few Days

Even for 2 days and 1 night, Parking Lot 2 is ¥800 cheaper than Airport Parking, and the gap widens the longer you stay. If you don’t mind the roughly 8-minute walk to the terminal, Parking Lot 2 is the better deal.

For Long-Term Parking of 10 Days or More and Overseas Trips

Masahiro Parking’s long-term discount (¥8,000) is by far the best deal. Just plan your schedule around the 10–15 minute shuttle ride.

For Those Who Want to Be Sure of a Space in Peak Season

Airport Parking and Parking Lot 2 both accept online reservations. Reservations open 2 months ahead, so book early once your departure date is set.

Getting To and From Hiroshima Airport: Consider the Fukuyama Airport Liner, Too!

If you live near Fukuyama Station or stay at a hotel in Fukuyama, please consider the “Fukuyama Airport Liner” as well.

Overview

The Fukuyama Airport Liner is a direct shuttle bus connecting Fukuyama and Hiroshima Airport. Its schedule is timed to match flight times, so you can get to the airport easily without any transfers.

• Route: Fukuyama Station and nearby hotels (6 boarding points in total) ⇔ Hiroshima Airport terminal
• Frequency: runs daily, with 8 or more trips round-trip
• Travel time: about 60 minutes one way
• Fare: ¥4,500 per person (free for children under elementary school age)
• Early-bird discount (reserve 30 days or more in advance): ¥4,000 per person
• Group discount (reservations for 2 or more people): ¥4,000 per person
• Operator: Asahi Taxi Co., Ltd.

Because it’s a shared ride with a fixed fare, it’s more affordable than a taxi.

Timetable

To Hiroshima Airport (departing Fukuyama → arriving at the airport): 6:55 / 9:45 / 10:50 / 15:00 / 17:10 / 18:25

To Fukuyama Station (departing the airport → arriving in Fukuyama): 10:05 / 11:30 / 15:35 / 17:40 / 19:05 / 20:30

How to Reserve

Reservations can be made on the website up to 1 hour before boarding. Enter your time and location to make a provisional reservation, and your boarding time and vehicle are confirmed in advance. On the day, simply board at the meeting point at the scheduled time.

The Fukuyama Airport Liner Is Recommended For

• Travelers heading to Hiroshima Airport from Fukuyama Station or a hotel in Fukuyama
• Those who want to get to the airport without paying for parking
• Those looking for a more affordable fare than a taxi through a shared ride
• Those who want to be sure of getting there in time for their flight

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. How far in advance do I need to reserve parking at Hiroshima Airport?

A. For Airport Parking and Parking Lot 2, you can reserve online through the official website from 2 months before your start date until 30 minutes before. We especially recommend booking early in peak season.

Q. Which is the better deal, Airport Parking or Parking Lot 2?

A. On price, Parking Lot 2 is the better deal. Its 24-hour maximum rate is ¥400–¥800 cheaper than Airport Parking’s, which adds up to a difference of ¥2,800–¥5,600 over 7 days. Just keep in mind that it’s about an 8-minute walk to the terminal.

Q. Which lot is cheapest for long-term parking of a week or more?

A. For stays of 10 days to 1 month, Masahiro Parking’s long-term discount (¥8,000) is the best deal. For shorter stays of around 7 days, however, the standard daily rate is cheaper.

Q. How long does the Masahiro Parking shuttle take?

A. The shuttle is said to take about 10–15 minutes. Allow plenty of time before your flight’s departure.

Q. To get to Hiroshima Airport, which is the better deal: parking or the Fukuyama Airport Liner?

A. If you live near Fukuyama Station or in Fukuyama, the Fukuyama Airport Liner (¥4,500, or ¥4,000 with the early-bird or group discount) lets you travel without paying for parking or driving. Compare it with the cost of long-term parking when deciding.

Summary

With the April 2025 rate revision, Airport Parking’s 24-hour maximum rate rose to ¥1,200 (regular season) and ¥1,600 (peak season). If you want to keep costs down, choose Parking Lot 2; for stays of 10 days or more, Masahiro Parking’s long-term discount (¥8,000) is by far the best deal. The official lots also accept online reservations, so book early in peak season.

If you live near Fukuyama Station or in Fukuyama, please also consider the “Fukuyama Airport Liner” connecting Fukuyama and Hiroshima Airport. With its shared, fixed-fare service, it gets you there on time for your flight at a lower price than a taxi.