Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our St. Pete-Clearwater Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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PIE Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport.
What to Expect
St. Petersburg-Clearwater Airport (code: PIE) consists of a small terminal with a few eateries and shops on both sides of security. Operating hours for services are based on flight arrival and departure times, so plan accordingly. WiFi is available to help pass the time. There are no lounges at this airport.
Sleeping in St. Pete-Clearwater Airport
We do not yet have any sleep-related airport reviews. For uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels near the airport. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The airport is open 24 hours.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near St. Petersburg Clearwater Airport with airport shuttles:
- Comfort Inn & Suites Clearwater – St. Petersburg Carillon Park » Check Rates
- Sleep Inn Clearwater – St. Petersburg Airport » Check Rates
- Sure Stay by Best Western. » Check Rates
- Holiday Inn St. Petersburg N – Clearwater » Check Rates
- La Quinta Inn & Suites Tampa Bay Clearwater Airport – No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels in Clearwater, search for deals and read traveller reviews.
Airport Lounges
At the time of this update, pay-per-use lounges were not available. If this information is incorrect, click here to update this airport guide.
Drinking Water
Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.
Food & Drinks
Food concessions operate on limited schedules. There are no 24-hour dining options. Vending machines are available when food outlets are closed.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
There are no luggage storage facilities or lockers. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
Mobile Charging
Power outlets are available throughout the terminal, including near the Visitor Information Booth in the Baggage Claim area. Charging stations are also available airside.
Showers
There are no public shower facilities. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
WiFi / Internet
Free WiFi is available at St. Pete-Clearwater Airport. Connect to the “Public Access” network. When prompted for a zip code, entering 11111 allows access without completing the questionnaire.
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
Art in the Airport – Local art exhibitions are displayed throughout the terminal.
ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit before travelling. Locations include the concourse outside Ticketing A and the west end of Baggage Claim.
Baby Care Facilities – Travelling with an infant? A baby care room with space for breastfeeding and diaper changing is available airside, near Gates 2–6.
Baggage Carts – Baggage carts (Smarte Carte) are available to help transport luggage.
Children’s Play Area – Let kids burn off energy before their flight at one of the children’s play areas, located airside near Gates 2–6 and Gates 7–11.
Currency Exchange – Currency exchange services are not available.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available at Market 361, along with a small selection of other retail options.
Information Desk – Volunteers are available to answer general questions about flights, facilities, and the local area at the Visitor Information Center in Baggage Claim.
Post Office – A public mailbox is available in the outer concourse, opposite the public phones.
SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Car Rentals
The following car rental agencies are available on-site in the baggage claim area: Alamo • Avis • Budget • Enterprise • National.
ACE Rent a Car • Dollar • Thrifty are off-site and offer shuttle services.
Hotel Shuttles
See also Airport Hotels above.
Ride Apps
Both Uber and Lyft operate from St Pete-Clearwater Airport. The drop-off point is in front of the terminal at Departures, and the pickup point is in front of Arrivals.
Taxis and Shuttles
Metered taxis and shared-ride shuttle services are available outside the baggage claim in the ground transportation area.
Last updated: 2026-01-29
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.