STL

Lambert-St Louis Intl

St Louis, MO

Quick Location Summary

St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) has six Service Animal Relief Areas (SARAs):

  • Terminal 1, A Gates: Near Gate A16 (post-security)
  • Terminal 1, C Gates: Near Gate C24 (post-security)
  • Terminal 2, E Gates: Near Gate E4 (post-security)
  • Terminal 2, E Gates: Near Gate E40 (post-security)
  • Terminal 1 Exterior: Near Exit 6 (pre-security)
  • Terminal 2 Exterior: Near Exit 10 (pre-security)

Post-Security (Airside)

These pet relief stations are inside the concourses. You can use them without leaving the secure area and going back through TSA screening.

Terminal 1 – A Concourse

  • Located in the A Gates near Gate A16.
  • Nearby landmarks include Midtown Cafe at A16 and Hudson at A17.

Terminal 1 – C Concourse

  • Located in the C Gates near Gate C24.

Terminal 2 – E Concourse

The E Gates have two service animal relief areas, one near each end of the concourse: * Near Gate E4 * Near Gate E40

Pre-Security (Landside)

These dog bathroom areas are outside the terminal buildings. They are the best choice before check-in, after arrival, or on long layovers when you have time to re-clear security.

Terminal 1 Exterior

  • Located outside Terminal 1 near Exit 6.

Terminal 2 Exterior

  • Located outside Terminal 2 near Exit 10.

Amenities & Rules

  • Hours: The airport lists hours for its relief areas as "Hours Vary."
  • Why they exist: SARAs are required by the U.S. Department of Transportation for airports with more than 10,000 daily passengers.
  • Map: STL publishes a downloadable Service Animal Relief Area Map (March 2025) on its Accessibility and Terminal Maps pages. It shows exact placement.
  • Service animals in shops: Service animals are permitted at all airport shops, restaurants, and service locations.
  • Need help finding a spot? The Information and Paging Booth is staffed 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. Call 314-890-1333.
Last reviewed: September 2026