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.
he waiting area was woefully under furnished with only 8 comfortable chairs. – a guest reviewer
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, or read traveller airport reviews for more tips.
To help us keep this guide up-to-date, you can add or update information or write a review to submit airport tips and photos. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our St. Pete – Clearwater Airport Guide.
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. For more information on Europe’s Schengen Area, click here.
Airport Hours
The airport is open 24 hours.
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.
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.
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 in the airport operate with varying schedules. At the time of this update, there are no 24-hour dining options. Vending machines are also available.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
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Mobile Charging
Power outlets are throughout the airport, including the Visitor Information Booth in the Baggage Claim area. Charging stations can also be found Airside.
Showers
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WiFi / Internet
Free WiFi is available at the St. Pete-Clearwater Airport. Connect to the “Public Access” network. To bypass the required questionnaire, enter “11111” as the zip code and select “bypass.”
More Airport Information
Art in the Airport – Local art exhibitions are on display throughout the airport.
ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Locations: Landside, in the concourse outside Ticketing A • the west end of Baggage Claim.
Baby Care Facilities – If you are travelling with an infant, there is a baby care room for breastfeeding and diaper changing. Location: Airside, near Gates 2 – 6.
Baggage Carts – Need a hand with your luggage? Baggage carts (Smarte Carte) are available.
Children’s Play Area – When you want to ensure your kids burn off all their energy before their flight, take them to one of the children’s play areas. Locations: Airside, Departures Area, Gates 2-6 • Gates 7-11.
Currency Exchange – Not available.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-Free shopping is available at Market 361.
Information Desk – Volunteers are available to assist you and answer general questions about the airport and local area at the Visitor Information Center. Location: Baggage Claim.
Post Office – A mailbox is available in the outer concourse, opposite from 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: 2024-08-26
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.