Passenger terminalVerify Gates 2–6 versus 7–11
14700 Terminal Boulevard, Clearwater, FL 33762FAA rank #92 · Small hub
PIESt. Petersburg
St. Pete–Clearwater International
Guide reviewed September 1, 2026
The short answer
PIE's key fact is the split gate layout. Arrive two hours early, confirm the correct checkpoint, and expect economy shuttles when parking fills.
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At least 2 hours before departure
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Security peakEarly mornings, weekends, summer, holidays, and Allegiant departure banks
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Security
What you’re walking into
PIE has two gate areas that are not connected after security. TSA PreCheck is available; confirm Gates 2–6 versus 7–11 before entering.
Check live security wait times before leaving ↗TSA PreCheck● Yes
CLEAR● No
Global Entry● No
Mobile Passport● No
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Official parking
What it costs
Economy$16/dayComplimentary shuttle; used when long term fills
Long Term$18/dayMay fill during peaks
Short Term$24/dayNo overnight parking
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Ground transportation
Don’t stand at the wrong curb
Pickup uses the signed ground-transportation lot outside the terminal.
Rental counters are in the terminal with vehicles on airport property.
Gate areas 2–6 and 7–11 are not connected post-security; verify the gate first.
PIE cell-phone waiting lotAdjacent to the air traffic control towerSt. Pete-Clearwater International Airport Cell Phone Lot, Clearwater, FL 33762
The free attended cell-phone lot is adjacent to the air traffic control tower and includes Wi-Fi and restrooms; overnight parking is prohibited.
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Airport hotels
Sleep close. Leave the car.
PIE has no hotel inside or directly connected to the terminal. Nearby airport hotels are clustered along Ulmerton Road, generally 1–3 miles away.
Inside or airport-connected
None at this airportPark-and-fly
Confirm terms before bookingHampton Inn & Suites Clearwater/St. Petersburg–Ulmerton Road
- Airport ride
- Complimentary airport shuttle; confirm current hours
- Parking
- Extended parking requires a qualifying package
Holiday Inn St. Petersburg N–Clearwater
- Airport ride
- Complimentary airport shuttle; verify pickup procedure
- Parking
- Trip parking is included only with an eligible hotel-and-parking rate
SureStay Hotel by Best Western St. Pete Clearwater Airport
- Airport ride
- Confirm current airport shuttle schedule before booking
- Parking
- Package parking allowance varies by selected dates
Hotel information reviewed September 2, 2026. Confirm current shuttle hours, parking terms, and package availability before booking.
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Airport essentials
Everything else worth knowing
Free Wi-Fi● Yes
USO lounge● No
Pet relief● Yes
EV chargingNo public charging is prominently listed; confirm before relying on it.
SmokingSmoking is limited to designated outdoor areas.
OvernightShort-term and cell-phone lots prohibit overnight parking; the terminal is not a lodging facility.
Sources & freshness
Trust the facts. Check the source.
Guide information reviewed September 1, 2026. For today’s operations, rates, and hours, use the live links and official sources below.
PIE parking↗PIE summer travel tips↗PIE terminal map↗