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Family vacation: how much airport parking costs and how to plan your departure

The cost of parking your car during a vacation, according to the Xpark Index, and what families need to decide before leaving home.

Updated on 27/10/2026

João G. · 7 min read ·

A family with two children taking wheeled suitcases out of a car trunk in an open-air airport parking lot, in the morning light

According to the Xpark Price Index, parking for 7 days near Viracopos (VCP) costs from R$ 125,93 to R$ 321,30, with a median of R$ 175,00; for 14 days, from R$ 233,87 to R$ 642,60, with a median of R$ 350,00 (9 parking lots with rates out of 12 compared).

At Guarulhos (GRU), 7 days cost from R$ 83,30 to R$ 450,00, with a median of R$ 153,93 (15 with rates out of 17 compared); 14 days cost from R$ 166,60 to R$ 599,00, with a median of R$ 307,86. Prices exclude discounts and were collected from 09/10 to 06/11/2026.

How much vacation parking costs

Among confirmed bookings on Xpark, the median stay is 6,8 days, and 76% are between 4 and 14 days. The first table shows the index for all options with published rates at each airport. Compare the total cost for the trip, not the daily rate.

Xpark Index4 days7 days10 days14 daysCollected
Guarulhos (lowest, median, highest)R$ 67,60 / R$ 89,80 / R$ 304,00R$ 83,30 / R$ 153,93 / R$ 450,00R$ 119,00 / R$ 219,90 / R$ 599,00R$ 166,60 / R$ 307,86 / R$ 599,0005/11 e 06/11/2026
Viracopos (lowest, median, highest)R$ 76,00 / R$ 100,00 / R$ 183,60R$ 125,93 / R$ 175,00 / R$ 321,30R$ 179,90 / R$ 250,00 / R$ 459,00R$ 233,87 / R$ 350,00 / R$ 642,6009/10 a 06/11/2026
Confins (lowest, median, highest)R$ 88,00 / R$ 99,96 / R$ 240,00R$ 125,93 / R$ 144,50 / R$ 200,00R$ 179,90 / R$ 200,00 / R$ 335,00R$ 233,87 / R$ 280,00 / R$ 400,0005/11 e 06/11/2026
Congonhas (lowest, median, highest)R$ 140,00 / R$ 161,60 / R$ 180,00R$ 245,00 / R$ 280,00 / R$ 315,00R$ 350,00 / R$ 400,00 / R$ 450,00R$ 490,00 / R$ 560,00 / R$ 630,0005/11/2026
Published rates, without discounts, calculated using the relevant period in each price table. Parking lots with published rates: Guarulhos 16 for 4 days and 15 for the other periods, Viracopos 9, Confins 12 for 7 days and 9 for the others (several operators do not publish rates for every period), Congonhas 8 for 4 days and 7 for the others. Details on the price pages.

Bandeira Park is one of the options compared. The table below shows the booking price and the published rate for the same periods.

Bandeira Park4 days7 days10 days14 days
GRU, open-air, booking priceR$ 73,97R$ 93,18R$ 133,12R$ 173,06
GRU, open-air, published rateR$ 99,96R$ 125,93R$ 179,90R$ 233,87
VCP, open-air, booking priceR$ 73,97R$ 93,18R$ 133,12R$ 173,06
VCP, open-air, published rateR$ 99,96R$ 125,93R$ 179,90R$ 233,87
CNF, open-air, booking priceR$ 73,97R$ 93,18R$ 133,12R$ 173,06
CNF, open-air, published rateR$ 99,96R$ 125,93R$ 179,90R$ 233,87
CGH, covered, booking priceR$ 130,18R$ 199,32R$ 284,75R$ 370,25
CGH, covered, published rateR$ 175,92R$ 269,36R$ 384,80R$ 500,35
Operator dashboard, 23/10/2026. "Booking price" is the total charged at Xpark checkout, with the public discount applied to the total for the selected period; "published rate" is the price without the discount. Only covered parking is available at Congonhas. Prices may change.

Check the listings and totals for your dates on the pricing pages for Guarulhos, Viracopos, Confins e Congonhas. Want to know how Xpark customers travel? See the study using Xpark data from 2026.

Covered or open-air parking for a long trip

66% of confirmed bookings on Xpark were for covered parking. Over a week in the sun or rain, covered parking protects your car's paintwork and interior, and keeps the car from heating up before your return with the kids. At Guarulhos and Viracopos, 7 days of covered parking at Bandeira Park cost R$ 188,93 at the listed rate, compared with R$ 125,93 for open-air parking (data from 23/10/2026). Find out when it's worth it in the covered parking guide.

Taking the van with luggage, a stroller and children

At locations with a van in Guarulhos, Viracopos and Confins, the shuttle takes the family from the parking lot to the terminal. Allow time for the journey and the wait. The location listings do not specify luggage limits or whether strollers and child seats are available on the van; if you need to know, ask the location beforehand. At Congonhas, access is on foot.

Book ahead during peak season

56% of confirmed bookings on Xpark were made up to 2 days in advance. Parking can sell out during school vacations and public holidays, so it's worth booking as soon as you've bought your ticket. If your trip includes Christmas or New Year's, the year-end holiday guide explains how the number of days affects the cost. Before booking, read the cancellation policy.

Driving or taking a ride-hailing service for 4 people

With four people and luggage, the calculation changes: a standard ride-hailing car often can't fit everyone and their bags, and the round-trip fare depends on the distance and time. That's why we don't quote a fare here. Add up the fares for both legs of your actual route and compare them with the total parking cost for your trip. Find the step-by-step instructions in the guide parking at the airport or taking an Uber.

Departure day

Your airline determines when you should arrive at the airport: check its app and allow time for the shuttle. Check in online to save time with the kids. Flying from Guarulhos? Find your airline's terminal in the guide to Terminals 1, 2 and 3. To make sure you don't forget anything, use the travel checklist.

Children's documents: check the list from ANAC and the travel authorization rules in CNJ Resolution 295/2019, both accessed on 27/10/2026.

Frequently asked questions

How many days do families usually leave their car at the airport?

For confirmed bookings on Xpark from 25/05 to 26/10/2026, the median stay was 6,8 days: 39% stayed for 4 to 7 days and 37% for 8 to 14 days.

How much does it cost to park for 7 days at Viracopos and Guarulhos?

According to the Xpark Price Index, without discounts: at Viracopos, from R$ 125,93 to R$ 321,30, with a median of R$ 175,00; at Guarulhos, from R$ 83,30 to R$ 450,00, with a median of R$ 153,93. Prices collected from 09/10 to 06/11/2026.

Is covered parking worth it for a week-long trip?

66% of confirmed bookings on Xpark were for covered parking. At Bandeira Park in Guarulhos and Viracopos, the listed price for 7 days of covered parking is R$ 188,93, compared with R$ 125,93 for open-air parking (dashboard dated 23/10/2026).

Can the shuttle van take the whole family and their luggage?

Locations with a shuttle van at Guarulhos, Viracopos and Confins take passengers to the terminal. The listings do not specify limits for luggage, pushchairs or child seats; ask the location in advance if needed.

Can I book on the same day?

Yes, if spaces are available and the entry time has not yet passed. 56% of confirmed bookings on Xpark were made no more than 2 days in advance, but spaces can sell out during peak season.

After booking, the traveler survey gives you one free day on a future booking of 2 days or more and opens the Wanderlust.

Method and sources

Bookings: confirmed in the Xpark system from 25/05 to 26/10/2026, shown as percentages, using aggregated and anonymous data. Prices: Xpark Price Index, based on rates published by parking operators and collected from 09/10 to 23/10/2026, and the Bandeira Park dashboard dated 23/10/2026 for booking prices. Children's documents: ANAC and CNJ Resolution 295/2019, 27/10/2026. The cover image is illustrative and does not depict any specific airport or parking facility. Criteria in the methodology.

Xpark is an independent comparison site; Bandeira Park is a commercial partner and receives no preferential editorial treatment. Confirm prices and document requirements before travelling.
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