Short-Term Parking at Logan Airport (BOS): Pickup, Drop-Off & Waiting
The quickest plan for arriving passenger pickups, fast drop-offs, and short stays (15 minutes to a few hours). Includes the free Cell Phone Lot rules and a simple cost estimator for hourly parking.
Pickup plan: fastest way to avoid traffic and tickets
Logan pickups go smoothly when you separate waiting from curb pickup. The goal is simple: arrive at the terminal only when your passenger is actually ready.
Drop-off plan: quick, safe, and stress-free
For drop-offs, treat the terminal curb as a drop-and-go zone. Unload quickly, confirm the passenger has what they need, and move on. If you must go inside (help with bags, mobility needs, paperwork), use hourly parking.
- Follow terminal signage and keep your stop short
- Have the passenger ready to exit with bags organized
- If the passenger isn’t ready, loop once instead of waiting curbside
Where to park for 15 minutes to a few hours
For short stays, Logan’s official Terminal Parking garages (Central Parking and Terminal B Garage) are the main hourly options. Use them when you need to meet someone inside or expect delays.
- Central Parking Garage — access to all terminals
- Terminal B Garage — most convenient for Terminal B
Terminal Parking rates (best for short stays)
These are the official hourly bands for Terminal Parking (Central Parking / Terminal B Garage). For full details, see Logan parking rates.
| Time range | Rate |
|---|---|
| 0 to 1 hour | $10.00 |
| 1 hour – 2 hours | $26.00 |
| 2 hours – 3 hours | $31.00 |
| 3 hours – 4 hours | $36.00 |
| 4 hours – 7 hours | $40.00 |
| 7 hours – 24 hours (daily max) | $46.00 |
Quick estimator (hourly band pricing)
Enter how long you expect to park. Estimate uses the official hourly bands.
2-minute decision guide (use this every time)
Pick the scenario that matches your situation.
- Passenger not ready yet: wait in the Cell Phone Lot
- Passenger ready now: drive in for curb pickup
- You must go inside: park hourly (Terminal Parking)
- Staying overnight: use Long-Term Parking
FAQ: Logan short-term parking
Can I wait at the terminal curb while picking someone up?
What is the Cell Phone Lot and how long can I stay?
What if I need to park and walk inside to meet someone?
Where do I see the full official rates?
How do I avoid wasting time if garages are busy?
Know the rates. Park smarter at Logan (BOS).
