{"id":58308,"date":"2025-09-29T09:25:25","date_gmt":"2025-09-29T13:25:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/?p=58308"},"modified":"2025-09-29T09:25:31","modified_gmt":"2025-09-29T13:25:31","slug":"lakeland-international-airport-to-implement-paid-parking-october-13-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/2025\/09\/29\/lakeland-international-airport-to-implement-paid-parking-october-13-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"LAKELAND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO IMPLEMENT PAID PARKING OCTOBER 13, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00a0Beginning\u00a0October 13, 2025, Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL) will introduce upgraded parking options designed to make traveling easier and more convenient, while keeping rates affordable for passengers and visitors. Premium general parking will be available for just\u00a0<strong>$9 daily<\/strong> (plus taxes and fees). The grass overflow lot will remain free for those who prefer a no-cost option. Travelers and visitors will also enjoy the first\u00a0four hours of parking free of charge, ensuring flexibility for short visits, pick-ups, and drop-offs.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img data-dominant-color=\"678da3\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"346\" height=\"145\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 346px) 100vw, 346px\" src=\"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/images-10.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58309 not-transparent\" style=\"--dominant-color: #678da3; width:561px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/images-10.webp 346w, https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/images-10-300x126.webp 300w\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To deliver these improvements, LAL has partnered with&nbsp;<strong>The Car Park<\/strong>, bringing several enhancements to airport parking and wayfinding:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>New entrance and exit kiosks for smoother access.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improved pedestrian crosswalks for added safety.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A newly paved entrance to the grass overflow lot.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reserved spaces for\u00a0Sora Eatery guests\u00a0and\u00a0airport administration visitors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cAs our airport continues to grow, it\u2019s necessary to make changes that will allow us to reinvest in the future,\u201d said&nbsp;Kris Hallstrand, Director of Lakeland Linder International Airport. \u201cThis new parking system is an important step in helping us fund upgrades and infrastructure improvements that directly benefit our travelers,\u201d Hallstrand added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With these updates, LAL continues to provide a convenient, traveler-friendly experience while planning for future growth and infrastructure needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL)<\/strong><br>Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL) serves as a leading transportation hub in Central Florida, supporting commercial, cargo, corporate, and general aviation operations\u2014ranking as the 98th busiest airport in the nation. With a strong commitment to safety, efficiency, and growth, LAL generates more than $1.5 billion in annual regional economic impact. The airport is home to the world-renowned NOAA Hurricane Hunters, the annual SUN \u2018n FUN Aerospace Expo, and a major Amazon Air cargo hub, while also providing convenient passenger service through Avelo Airlines.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0Beginning\u00a0October 13, 2025, Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL) will introduce upgraded parking options designed to make traveling easier and more convenient, while keeping rates affordable for passengers and visitors. 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