Facility Overview
Economy Lot Stop 6 is an essential boarding and parking zone situated within the expansive Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) Long-Term Economy Parking facility. Located northwest of downtown Salt Lake City, this sprawling, fully paved open-air surface lot is designed to handle high-capacity airport passenger volume around the clock. Because it is an open-air lot with no overhead beams or multi-level ceiling decks, it provides unlimited vertical clearance. This makes it exceptionally suited not only for standard passenger sedans and crossovers, but also for lifted pickup trucks, full-size commercial work vans, rooftop cargo boxes, and oversized SUVs that cannot safely enter standard multi-story parking structures.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
While primarily serving travelers departing and arriving via Salt Lake City International Airport, Economy Lot Stop 6 serves as a key logistical node for visitors traversing the Wasatch Front. From the shelter at Stop 6, travelers board complimentary airport shuttles providing direct transit to the main terminal in roughly 7 to 10 minutes. Beyond the airport gates, the lot offers immediate vehicular connectivity to downtown Salt Lake City (roughly 8 miles east), including top venues such as the Delta Center (home of the Utah Jazz), the Salt Palace Convention Center, Temple Square, and Capitol Theatre. It is also an ideal launchpad for skiers and outdoor enthusiasts heading directly toward Park City, Big Cottonwood Canyon, and Little Cottonwood Canyon resorts.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Navigating into the Economy Lot is straightforward via the primary airport access arteries, including I-80, Bangerter Highway (UT-154), and Terminal Drive. Clear electronic signage directs incoming motorists toward open rows and nearest active shuttle shelters, including Stop 6. Once parked at Stop 6, drivers wait in a climate-controlled, covered shelter featuring continuous airport bus service operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with shuttles arriving every 5 to 10 minutes. For regional transit riders, the main terminal houses the UTA TRAX Green Line light rail station, offering budget-friendly direct connections straight into Downtown Salt Lake City and the broader Wasatch Front commuter rail network.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Continuous 24/7 complimentary shuttle bus service connecting directly to terminal curbside check-in and baggage claim.
- Covered, well-lit passenger shelter equipped with automated shuttle tracking displays and emergency call boxes.
- Open-air surface parking accommodating oversized vehicles, high roofs, and lifted pickups without height restrictions.
- Designated accessible ADA parking bays located immediately adjacent to the Stop 6 shuttle boarding pavilion with wheelchair-accessible shuttles.
- 24-hour perimeter security, video monitoring, and dedicated Salt Lake City Airport Police patrols.
- Automated express exit lanes accepting major credit and debit cards, contactless mobile payments, and pre-booked airport reservations.
Ideal For
- Short-term and extended long-term leisure and corporate air travelers flying out of SLC International Airport.
- Drivers of lifted trucks, camper shells, and commercial vans requiring zero vertical clearance restrictions.
- Budget-conscious travelers seeking the most economical on-airport parking rate available on airport grounds.
- Regional road trippers and ski vacationers looking for a secure, fenced staging area with rapid highway access.
Visitor & Driver Tips
During peak holiday travel seasons, summer vacation rushes, and busy ski weekends, the economy lots can fill quickly; travelers are strongly encouraged to reserve parking online in advance via the official SLC Airport parking portal. Make sure to note your exact row letter and space number before boarding the shuttle at Stop 6, or take a quick photo of the nearest row marker and shelter sign on your smartphone. When returning from your flight, follow airport ground transportation signs to the Economy Lot Shuttle pick-up area outside Ground Transportation on Level 1, and notify the shuttle driver that you need drop-off at Stop 6.
