Terminal 1
Concourse A serves Air Canada, Delta, United and charter flights. Concourse C serves American, Alaska, Frontier and Southern Airways Express. The American Admirals Club and the USO lounge are here.
St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
St Louis, Missouri KSTL #35 US airport by passengers
Northwest of downtown St. Louis, Missouri, off Interstate 70 and Lambert International Boulevard.
- FAA status
- No delays reported Updated 6 min ago
- Weather now
- VFR 58°F Observed 55 min ago
- Late departures
- 30.7%May 2026 to July 2026
- Security line
- No recent reportsAdd yours
STL at a glance
Lambert has two terminals. Terminal 1 has Concourses A and C, and Terminal 2 has Concourse E and the international arrivals hall.
Terminal 1's MetroLink station is temporarily closed from October 12 to mid-December 2026 for airport construction. Use the Terminal 2 station and the free airport shuttle, or take a taxi or rideshare.
Main airlines: Southwest is the main carrier in Terminal 2. American, Delta, United, Alaska, Frontier, Air Canada, Sun Country and Lufthansa also serve the airport, with most of the rest from Terminal 1.
FAA delay status for STL
The FAA is not reporting a ground stop, ground delay program or other delay at STL right now.
Source: FAA National Airspace System Status, checked 6 min ago. Airline-specific delays are not shown here.
Current conditions at STL
VFR
58°F14°C
Good visibility and high cloud base. Normal operations are typical.
- Wind
- 090° 5 mph
- Visibility
- 10+ mi
- Clouds
- FEW 25,000 ft
- Ceiling
- None
- Pressure
- 30.06 inHg
METARMETAR KSTL 101151Z COR 09004KT 10SM FEW250 14/09 A3006 RMK AO2 SLP171 T01440094 10211 20133 53010 $
Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center. Observed 55 min ago.
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On-time performance at STL
Based on 16,563 departures from May 2026 to July 2026. A flight counts as late when it leaves 15 or more minutes after schedule.
30.7%Departures late
25.6%Arrivals late
1.29%Cancelled
21.7 minAverage departure delay
| Airline | Departures | Late |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | 10,075 | 37.1% |
| American Airlines | 1,625 | 22.1% |
| Delta Air Lines | 1,482 | 13.6% |
| United Airlines | 741 | 25.2% |
| Republic Airways | 688 | 20.5% |
| SkyWest Airlines | 521 | 24.0% |
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, On-Time Performance of reporting carriers. Smaller regional carriers and some airlines are not included.
Late departures by month
Terminals
Terminal 2
Concourse E serves Southwest, Lufthansa and other international flights, with the Wingtips Lounge near gates E22 and E31. Terminal 2 stays open around the clock.
Moving between terminals
The airport shuttle connects Terminals 1 and 2 on the landside, about every 8 to 15 minutes, and it takes about 10 minutes. Because the shuttle is landside, you must go through security again if you transfer between terminals.
Getting to and from STL
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Rail
MetroLink Red Line, Terminal 2 station
The Terminal 2 station is reached through Door 12 and the parking garage. The Terminal 1 station is temporarily closed from October 12 to mid-December 2026, so ride to the Terminal 2 station and use the airport shuttle.
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Shuttle
Free terminal shuttle
Runs between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 with stops at Exit 10 in Terminal 2 and Exit 12 in Terminal 1. It runs about every 8 to 15 minutes.
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Bus
Greyhound
The Bus Port, the Greyhound pickup point, is just south of Terminal 1 on Lambert International Boulevard.
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Rideshare and taxi
Taxis, limos and ride app pickup
Taxi, limo and ride app pickup areas are marked on the terminal maps. Follow the ground transportation signs after baggage claim.
Tips for STL
- Terminal 2 is open around the clock and has armrest-free couches in the gate areas, which makes it the easier overnight choice.
- Food is thinner in Terminal 2 than in Terminal 1, so eat before security if you land late.
- The information booth in Terminal 1 baggage claim is open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily, for paging and local directions.
- Visitors can walk around the terminal areas to observe, but they cannot enter the concourses or gate areas.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Terminal 1 MetroLink station open?
It is temporarily closed from October 12 to mid-December 2026 for airport construction. Take MetroLink to the Terminal 2 station, then use the free airport shuttle to Terminal 1.
How much does parking cost at STL?
Terminal 1 parking is $31 per day and Terminal 2 parking is $33 per day for stays of 12 to 24 hours, effective July 1, 2026. Both garages are paid when you exit.
Which STL lounges accept Priority Pass?
The Wingtips Lounge in Terminal 2 accepts Priority Pass. The Admirals Club in Terminal 1 is for American and OneWorld eligible travelers, and it does not accept Priority Pass.
How busy is STL?
About 7,483,526 passengers boarded flights at St. Louis Lambert International Airport in 2025, according to FAA enplanement data. That ranks it number 35 among US airports.
How often are flights late at STL?
Over May 2026 to July 2026, 30.7% of departures at STL left 15 or more minutes late, and 1.29% of flights were cancelled (Bureau of Transportation Statistics).
Guide content last reviewed October 9, 2026. Report a correction