— Airport Guide
Flying Through Phoenix Airport With Your Pet
Everything you need to know about pet relief areas, terminal maps, TSA screening, and pet travel tips at Phoenix International Airport.
Phoenix Airport at a Glance
✈ Airport Code
PHX
👥Annual Passengers
52M+
🐾Pet Relief Areas
4 Outside Terminal, 5 Inside Terminal
🕐Open 24 Hours
Yes
🌐Official Airport Site
🗺️Terminal Maps
Flying With Your Pet Through Phoenix - Quick Tips
- Arrive 30 minutes earlier than usual
- Visit a relief area before security. .
- Keep vaccination records handy
- Bring extra waste bags
- Confirm airline pet policies before travel
Navigating Security With Your Pet
At PHX, pets must be removed from carriers before TSA screening. Carry your pet through the metal detector while the carrier goes through the X-ray machine. Leashes and harnesses should remain secured whenever possible.
Pet Relief Areas
The Phoenix airport has four exterior and five interior pet relief areas.
Outdoor Relief Areas
- East Economy Parking lot
- 44th Street and Washington Sky Train® facility
- The Paw Pad in Terminal 3
- The Boneyard is on the west side of Terminal 4
Indoor Relief Areas
- North concourse Terminal 3
- South concourse Terminal 3
- Terminal 4 near Gates D1-D8
- Terminal 4 near Gates D 11-D18
- Terminal 4 near gate B2
Features
✓ Open 24 Hours
✓ ADA Accessible
✓ Waste Bags Provided
✓ Drinking Fountain
✓ Turf and Hard Surface Areas
Official Phoenix Airport Resources
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