— Airport Guide

Flying Through St. Louis Airport With Your Pet

Everything you need to know about pet relief areas, terminal maps, TSA screening, and pet travel tips at St. Louis International Airport.

St. Louis Airport at a Glance

✈ Airport Code

STL

👥Annual Passengers

15M+

🐾Pet Relief Areas

2 Outside Terminal, 4 Inside Terminal

🕐Open 24 Hours

Yes

🌐Official Airport Site

🗺️Terminal Maps

Flying With Your Pet Through St. Louis - 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 STL, 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 St. Louis airport has two exterior and four interior pet relief areas. 

     

    Outdoor Relief Areas

    • Terminal 1 near exit 6
    • Terminal 2 near exit 10

    Indoor Relief Areas

    • A Gates near A16
    • C Gates near C24
    • E Gates near E4
    • E Gates near E40

    Features

    ✓ Open 24 Hours

    ✓ ADA Accessible

    ✓ Waste Bags Provided

     

    Official St. Louis Airport Resources

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