Okay so here’s the deal—I had this trip coming up from Marseille Airport and needed parking for like ten days. Last time I just rolled into the official airport parking ’cause it was easy, but man… nearly choked when I saw the price. Two hundred freakin’ euros. No way was I doing that again. Got real about finding cheaper spots.
The Hunt Begins
Started digging online right after booking my flight. Searched crap like “cheap marche airport parking” and scrolled through forums. Saw people swear by P4 Lot—said it’s a lifesaver if you book early. Hopped on their site, punched in my dates. Bam. Half the cost of main parking. But here’s the kicker: I got greedy. Wanted even cheaper.
Digging Deeper
Found this off-site place called Sun Parking through a comparison site. No shuttle drama—just walk to Terminal 1 in 15 mins. Booked a covered spot there for less than P4. Felt like a genius until… ugh. Forgot to check reviews closely. Turns out their “covered” parking meant a rusty metal roof with pigeon crap everywhere. Almost canceled, but the price held me hostage.
Here’s what I ended up doing:
- Scouted P3 Lot last minute—long-term uncovered but way cheaper. Booked it as backup.
- Wrote down shuttle times for both P4 and Sun Parking. Ain’t missing my flight over 5 euros.
- Pack emergency snacks in the car. Airport food prices are robbery.
D-Day Madness
Dropped luggage first—always do this, trust me. Then drove straight to P4. Saw the pigeon roof at Sun Parking and noped out. Glad I had P3 as Plan B. Parked in like three minutes flat. Walked to Terminal 1 sweating bullets ’cause I cut it close. But saved eighty euros. Worth the sprint.
Final verdict? Book P4 early if covered parking matters. If you’re cheap like me, P3 uncovered works. Just bring a rain cover for your car. Off-site’s only good if you verify the photos aren’t lies. Next time? I’m checking that pigeon situation beforehand.
