St. Louis Lambert International Airport [STL]: Ultimate Terminal Guide

Key Takeaways

• St. Louis Lambert International (STL) has 2 terminals with a variety of dining and shopping.
• STL has 3 lounges, including an Admirals Club. Priority Pass members can access the Wingtips Lounge in Terminal 2.
• The airport’s ground transportation includes MetroLink light rail, which connects travelers to downtown St. Louis and beyond.

St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) served more than 15 million passengers in 2025. The airport has more than 270 daily departures to over 70 domestic and international destinations.

Southwest Airlines is the most dominant carrier at STL, accounting for around 60% of the airport’s annual passenger traffic.

Quick Information

Airport: St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
Terminals: 2 terminals, 1 and 2
Airport Address: 10701 Lambert International Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63145
Distance From Downtown St. Louis: 14 miles (22 kilometers)
Website: flystl.com
Phone Number: 314-890-1333
Passengers Served: 15.9 million annually
Daily Departures: 270-plus
Destinations: 64 domestic and 9 international
Flight Information: STL departures and arrivals info can be found online

STL Terminal Map

Airlines Operating From STL

Terminal 1

Terminal 2

STL Airport Terminals

STL comprises 2 terminals, about half a mile apart, both accessible from I-70.

Terminals 1 and 2 at STL are not connected, so passengers must ride the free shuttle between terminals. Both terminals have dedicated parking facilities outside the terminal buildings.

Terminal 1

Terminal 1 is the larger of the 2 terminals and operates only domestic flights. The main terminal building has 2 levels, with arrivals on the lower level and departures on the upper level.

Upper Level: Check-In

The upper level is served by Departures Drive and has airline ticketing counters and access to the MetroLink station via exit 1.

Lower Level: Baggage Claim

The lower level is served by Arrivals Drive and has baggage claim, some shops and cafes, and access to the concourses via their security checkpoints. There is a USO Lounge opposite carousel M6.

Concourse A

Concourse A is at the northwest end of the terminal, accessible from the lower level via a security checkpoint at the entrance. Concourse A has 15 gates, numbered A2 to A4, A6, A8 to A10, A12, A14 to A19, and A21.

Flights are operated by Air Canada, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines. The concourse has a few shops and a good selection of restaurants and cafes, including Starbucks and Budweiser Brew House.

Concourse C

Concourse C has 20 gates, numbered C1 to C3, C5 to C10, C12, C15 to C19, C23, C24, and C27 to C30 and is at the southeast end of Terminal 1.

Flights are operated by Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Charter Flights, and Frontier Airlines.

Concourse C has a good selection of shops and restaurants, including Starbucks and Chili’s, as well as an Admirals Club just after the security checkpoint.

Terminal 2

Terminal 2 operates flights by Southwest Airlines and Lufthansa, and handles international arrivals, as it has customs and immigration facilities.

The terminal is at the southern end of the airport and consists of 2 levels. International arrivals is on the lower level, and departures is on the upper level.

Upper Level: Check-In

Southwest Airlines and Lufthansa’s ticketing counters are on the upper level, along with a security checkpoint to access Concourse E. The concourse has 18 gates, numbered E4, E6, E8, E10, E12, E14, E16, E18, E20, E22, E24, E29, E31, E33, E34, E36, E38, and E40. The Wingtips Lounge is near gate 29, and there’s a good selection of shops and restaurants throughout the concourse, including Shake Shack and Stella Artois Bar.

Lower Level: Baggage Claim

International arrivals is on the lower level with baggage claim. Passengers can access ground transportation from Arrivals Drive or the parking garage across the road.

Interterminal Transport

STL has a courtesy shuttle bus that runs between terminals 1 and 2. Buses operate every 8 to 15 minutes from exit 12 at Terminal 1 and exit 10 at Terminal 2. The journey takes around 10 minutes.

At Terminal 1, the security checkpoints are at the entrances of concourses A and C, so it is not possible to walk between the concourses without leaving the secure area.

Southern Airways Express provides limited shuttle service between concourses and terminals for carry-on-only passengers or for passengers who have had their luggage checked through to their final destination. Passengers traveling on Southern Airways Express are advised to contact the airline for information about shuttle services.

Security and Customs at STL

STL has 3 security checkpoints: 2 in Terminal 1 and 1 in Terminal 2. The checkpoints are open during these hours:

TSA PreCheck

STL has TSA PreCheck lanes at all 3 security checkpoints. You can view the opening hours at the TSA website.

TSA PreCheck enrollment through CLEAR is available near the A gates security checkpoint and in Terminal 2 on the departures level near doors 2 and 3. Enrollment is available Sunday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., and on Saturday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Mobile Passport

STL accepts Mobile Passport Control for expedited arrivals into the U.S.

Input your details into the app on arrival and present your receipt to a Customs and Border Protection agent.

Global Entry

STL has Global Entry kiosks for expedited clearance of preapproved passengers.

STL doesn’t have a Global Entry Enrollment Center in Terminal 2. The nearest location is just off airport property at 4349 Woodson Road, #201, St. Louis, Missouri, 63134. The office is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Eligible passengers can complete enrollment upon arrival at STL, at Terminal 2, booth 1, daily from noon to 10 p.m.

STL Airport Lounges

STL has a small selection of lounges for passengers to relax in before their flight.

* Hours are subject to change without notice. Lounge access may be restricted at times due to capacity.
** Day pass for any passenger. Lounges marked as n/a only allow entry for eligible passengers in their premium cabins, frequent flyer programs, or participating credit card programs.

Priority Pass Access

Eligible passengers with Priority Pass can access the Wingtips Lounge.

Check out our Priority Pass guide for information on membership, or register for one of these credit cards that include Priority Pass access.

Airport Dining and Drinks at STL

STL has more than 30 food and drink outlets, including cafes like Starbucks and restaurants such as Chili’s. Terminal 1 has a reasonable selection presecurity, but Terminal 2 has no cafes outside the secure area, so passengers can grab a bite once they’ve cleared security.

STL Airport Wi-Fi and Charging Stations

STL offers 60 minutes of complimentary Wi-Fi, with additional time charged at $7.95 per day. For assistance with connectivity, passengers can contact Boingo at 800-880-4117.

Charging stations: Charging points can be found throughout the departure areas and include dedicated seating areas with built-in charging points near gates A9 and C9 and near the entrances to Concourses A and C.

STL Airport Lost and Found

If an item is lost at STL, passengers may contact the applicable department:

• Contact the relevant airline if an item is lost on an aircraft.
• Contact TSA lost and found at 314-595-0423 if an item was lost at security.
• Contact the St. Louis Airport Police Department at 314-890-1370 for items lost anywhere else in the airport. The office is in Terminal 1 at the north end of baggage claim near door 18.

Additional Airport Information

Information Services

Information booths are in the baggage claim areas for terminals 1 and 2 and on the Terminal 2 departures level. Alternatively, passengers may call 314-890-1333 for assistance.

Children’s Play Areas

STL has a children’s play area in Concourse C near gate C3. The St. Louis International Play Port is a transportation-themed playground with a kid-size air traffic control tower and airplane.

Hot Tip:

Despite this play area, STL does not rank among our list of the most kid-friendly airports in the U.S.

Baby Facilities

STL has 3 lactation suites, 1 in each concourse:

• Concourse A: Near gate A10
• Concourse C: Near gate C9
• Concourse E: Near gate E33

Pet Relief Areas

There are pet relief areas before an after security at STL:

• Terminal 1:
  • Outside the terminal near exit 6
  • Concourse A: Near gate A16
  • Concourse C: Near gate C24
• Terminal 2:
  • Outside the terminal near exit 15
  • Concourse E: Near gates E4 and E40

Duty-free

There are no duty-free shops at STL.

Smoking Areas

Smoking is permitted only outside the terminals. As there are no smoking areas inside the secure area, so passengers must exit the terminal and reclear security if they want to smoke between connecting flights.

Money

ATMs are in the departure concourses and baggage claim of both terminals.

Currency exchange services in Terminal 1 on the lower level, near the Concourse C security checkpoint. Opening hours are Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Luggage Storage

Luggage storage is not available at STL. The only exception is for active military, with luggage storage available at the USO lounge.

Important STL Phone Numbers

Customer service: 314-890-1333

Parking: 314-890-2800

Lost and found: 314-890-1370 (St. Louis Airport Police Department)

Travel to and From STL

Transportation

Bus

Local MetroBus and Greyhound services operate from the STL bus port south of Terminal 1 on Lambert International Boulevard. Passengers can ride the terminal shuttle bus to the STL bus port. Alternatively, travelers can access the bus port by walking through the tunnel on the yellow level of the Terminal 1 Garage, accessible via exit 16.

Train

The MetroLink Light Rail runs through St. Louis County, Missouri, and Monroe County, Illinois. Terminals 1 and 2 at STL both have MetroLink stations served by the Red Line. At Terminal 1, the station is at the east end of the ticketing counters, outside exit 1. At Terminal 2, the station is accessible via exit 12 through the parking garage.

Shuttles

Shared and private shuttles and limo services can be booked in advance or on arrival at the airport. STL keeps a list of recommended shuttle companies.

Taxi

Taxis are available outside of both terminals. From Terminal 1, take exit door 14 to the yellow level of the garage. At Terminal 2, taxis wait outside exit door 12 in the T2 garage.

Rideshare

Ride-sharing services Lyft and Uber operate from STL, and pickup zones are outside exit 6 on the ticketing level of Terminal 1 and outside exit 12 of arrivals at Terminal 2.

Driving to STL

Arriving From Downtown St. Louis

Take I-44 and continue onto I-70 W, then take exit 236 toward Lambert/St. Louis/Airport. Turn right onto Air Flight Drive for access to the terminals.

Arriving From Springfield

Take I-55 S until exit 20B to merge onto I-270 W toward Kansas City. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 26A for I-70 S toward Clayton/Airport. Take exit 7B to merge onto I-70 W towards Kansas City. Take exit 236 toward Lambert/St. Louis/Airport, then turn right onto Air Flight Drive for access to the terminals.

STL Airport Parking Information

Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 Parking Garages

Both terminals have parking garages within walking distance of the ticketing areas. Both parking lots are ideal for short-term parking and charge the following rates:

Parking Lots A and E

Parking lot A is connected to Terminal 1 via an adjoining tunnel, and parking lot E is within walking distance of Terminal 2. Both parking lots are useful for short- or long-term parking, are served by courtesy shuttle buses, and charge the following rates:

Lot A

Lot E

Parking Lots B, C, and D

Lots B, C, and D are farther from the terminals and offer lower long-term parking rates. Passengers may ride the courtesy shuttle buses between the parking lots and the terminals. The parking lots charge the following rates:

Lot B

Lot C

Lot D

Hot Tip:

Join the Superpark Frequent Parker program and earn points toward free parking.

Pickup or Drop-Off Parking

STL has 2 cell phone waiting lots: one near Terminal 2 and one between the B and D parking lots. Visitors may wait in their vehicles until the passenger is ready for pickup from the arrivals area.

• Terminal 1: 10985 Lambert International Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63044
• Terminal 2: 9837 Air Cargo Rd., St. Louis, MO 63134

Off-Site and Hotel Parking

Off-site parking lots are start at $8 per day, which is a bit cheaper than the airport’s Lot D. Note some off-site lots require a call for pickup, so you could end up waiting a little longer than you would with the airport shuttle bus.

Accommodation and parking packages can be booked at airportparkingreservations.com.

Parking for Passengers With Disabilities

Parking for passengers with disabilities is available in every lot:

• Terminal 1: Rows G through L on each level
• Terminal 2: Row C on each level
• Lot A: Row G north
• Lot B: Row A2
• Lot C: Row C5
• Lot D: Rows G through L on each level
• Lot E: Undisclosed

All official airport shuttle buses are wheelchair-accessible.

Parking Contact Number

Superpark: 314-890-2800

Car Rental at STL Airport

Rental car vehicles are off airport property, and customers must ride the courtesy shuttle buses from outside exit 17 at Terminal 1 and the brown level of the T1 garage, and from outside exit 12 at Terminal 2. Reservations can be made at the customer service counters on the lower level of Terminal 1 between exit doors 12 and 17.

The following rental car companies are available:

Hot Tip:

If you want to avoid paying unnecessary insurance fees with the rental car company, check out these credit cards that include car rental insurance coverage.

STL Airport Hotels

At STL, there are no hotels on airport property, but there’s a good selection of 2- and 3-star hotels just across I-70. Although the hotels are not far, passengers must ride a hotel shuttle bus or take a cab to avoid the interstate.

STL Airport Hotels by Distance From STL

Top 3 Hotel Stays Using Points

The Marriott St. Louis Airport is great for Marriott loyalists who need to stay near STL. The hotel features a fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, and a restaurant. Award nights start from 23,000 points per night.

Half a mile from the St. Louis airport with a free transit shuttle, the Hilton St. Louis Airport is an excellent hotel. Guests can go to the fitness center, indoor pool, restaurant, and business center. You can expect award nights at the hotel to start at 40,000 points per night.

The Crowne Plaza Hotel St. Louis Airport, geared toward business travelers, offers 15 meeting rooms and over 13,500 square feet of meeting space. Other amenities include an indoor pool, fitness center, multiple restaurants, and an airport shuttle. Award nights here start at 28,000 points per night.

Hot Tip:

If you want to top off your points to stay at any of these, see our guides on the best ways to earn more Hilton Honors points, IHG One Rewards points, or Marriott points.

Final Thoughts

STL is one of the oldest municipal airports in the U.S., established in 1920. With its own MetroLink light rail stations, STL has good transit links to St. Louis and Monroe County in Illinois. It is easy to navigate, security lines are generally manageable, and connections within the same terminal are straightforward. The distance between the terminals isn’t convenient, but the regular terminal shuttle helps speed up connections and transports travelers to the remote parking lots.

The launch of British Airways flights in April 2026 will significantly expand STL’s international reach, offering easier access to Europe and beyond.