Airport Transfers
Private transfers from St. Louis Airport (STL) to downtown St. Louis, Clayton, the Central West End, Chesterfield and St. Charles, booked before you land.
Pre-booked private transportation takes you directly from St. Louis Lambert International Airport to your hotel, resort or vacation rental.
After immigration, baggage claim and customs, continue outside the terminal to the meeting area named in your confirmation. Your vehicle is reserved only for the passengers on your reservation: unlike a shared shuttle, it makes no extra hotel stops for other travelers, and the price is per vehicle, not per person.
From St. Louis Lambert we take you to downtown St. Louis and the Gateway Arch, the Central West End and Washington University, Clayton, Chesterfield, St. Charles and the rest of the metro area on both sides of the Mississippi, with airport transportation in St. Louis booked before your flight.
Your driver meets you at the terminal your flight arrives at, Terminal 1 or Terminal 2, at the pickup point in your confirmation. We track your flight, so a delay moves the pickup instead of canceling it, and the price for the whole vehicle is fixed before you fly.
St. Louis airport transfers run door to door in sedans, SUVs and vans for groups: to hotels downtown and near the America's Center convention complex, Busch Stadium and Enterprise Center, the hospitals and university in the Central West End, offices in Clayton and Chesterfield, and homes in St. Charles County.
The St. Louis airport shuttle is a private van for your party only, with no stops at other hotels on the way. It has room for luggage and suits families, convention teams, patients and relatives heading to the medical center, and fans in town for a Cardinals or Blues game.
From private sedans to group vans. One fixed price per vehicle, whatever your party size.
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Private Sedan
1 to 4 passengers
Private, non-stop transfer. All taxes included.
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Luxury SUV
Up to 6 passengers
Comfortable VIP SUV with premium features.
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Private Van
Up to 8 passengers
Ideal for families and groups with luggage.
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Group Van
Up to 16 passengers
Our largest vehicle. Room for up to 16 passengers and their luggage.
St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) sits northwest of downtown St. Louis. It has two terminals: Terminal 2, used by Southwest and for international arrivals, and Terminal 1, used by most other airlines. A MetroLink light rail ride between the two terminals is free.
International arrivals clear US immigration and customs in Terminal 2. Summer thunderstorms and winter ice can delay flights. St. Louis is on Central time.
Terminal, immigration and customs details for St. Louis Lambert International Airport
1
Immigration, baggage claim, then customs. Representatives can't enter those areas.
2
At the meeting point in your confirmation. Check the company name before getting in.
3
No other stops, no other passengers.
At STL
Meet at your terminal
STL has two terminals: Southwest and international arrivals use Terminal 2, most other airlines Terminal 1. Pre-booked cars pick up at the signposted zone outside the right one.
Don't accept a ride from someone claiming to know your booking.
Check the company name and reservation details before getting in.
One-way arrival
STL Hotel
From the airport to your hotel, resort or rental.
One-way departure
Hotel STL
From where you're staying back to St. Louis Lambert International Airport.
Round trip
STL Hotel
Both journeys on one reservation. Give both flights, the return pickup address and the passengers for each. Staying at more than one hotel? Give the full itinerary.
Transportation can also be booked from your hotel, resort or vacation rental to St. Louis Lambert International Airport. Your pickup time covers the drive plus check-in, security and border procedures, and your airline's instructions come first. Give the correct departure time and terminal when you book.
2 h
before a domestic flight
3 h
before an international flight
We monitor the arrival of the flight on your reservation, but can't find you on a different one. Tell customer service if any of these change:
About one checked suitcase and one carry-on each; the right vehicle depends on the total volume. Tell us about golf clubs, surfboards, bikes, strollers or extra bags.
Request them when booking, with the child's age and size. Availability and any fee are confirmed on your reservation.
Give the wheelchair's size, weight and whether it folds, so a suitable vehicle is assigned.
Ask for authorization before booking and tell us about the animal and its carrier.
Check your terminal
Southwest and international arrivals use Terminal 2; most other airlines use Terminal 1.
Central Time
St. Louis is on Central Time and changes its clocks for daylight saving.
Free train between terminals
If you end up at the wrong terminal, the MetroLink ride between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 is free.
Traveling with a large group, planning a destination wedding, or organizing transportation for a corporate retreat or conference? We offer larger vehicles and multi-vehicle coordination for groups of any size, including multiple pickup points and scheduled transfers timed around your event. Contact us with your group size and itinerary and we'll put together transportation that keeps everyone moving together.
“Absolutely fantastic service! My driver was early, courteous, and the car was immaculate.”
Sarah L. · March 2026
“The ride was comfortable and quick. Quality service that's well worth it.”
James H. · February 2026
“I use airporttransportation.com whenever I travel. Consistently reliable, and their drivers are top-notch.”
William C. · February 2026
“Booking was simple and the price was clear. No surprises at the airport. Highly recommended.”
María G. · January 2026
24 h
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup, with a full refund. Later cancellations aren't refundable.
Changes
Contact us to change the flight, hotel or pickup time. Deadlines are in the reservation policies.
No-shows
Waiting time, no-shows and extra stops follow the reservation policies you accept at checkout.
Book your transfer online in a few minutes using the form above. If your plans change, contact us as soon as possible to modify your pickup details or cancel your reservation, response times and any applicable fees depend on how close to your pickup date the change is requested.
At the terminal you exit from, Terminal 1 or Terminal 2, at the pickup point in your confirmation. The driver's contact details are in your confirmation too.
Southwest flights and international arrivals use Terminal 2; most other airlines use Terminal 1. Give your airline and flight number when you book.
We monitor the flight on your reservation, so a delay doesn't cancel your pickup. If your flight number, date or airline changes, or the flight is canceled, contact customer service as soon as you know.
Per vehicle. The price you see when you book covers the whole car or van and everyone in your party.
Yes. Hotels downtown, near the Gateway Arch, Busch Stadium and the America's Center are among the most booked drop-offs from STL. Enter your hotel when you book.
Yes. The medical center and Washington University in the Central West End are common drop-offs. Give the building and entrance so the driver drops you at the right door.
Yes. Chesterfield, Clayton, St. Charles, O'Fallon and other suburbs can be booked from STL. Enter the exact address when you book to see the price.
Yes. Vans for larger groups can be booked, subject to availability. Choose the vehicle that fits your party and luggage when you book.
Yes. Transportation can be scheduled for late arrivals and early departures. Availability is confirmed through the booking system, so book ahead and give your exact flight time.
Yes. Add the return trip when you book, or book it later. Give your departure time and airline so the driver takes you to the right terminal with enough margin for check-in and security.
Yes. Book with the traveler's name and flight details, and add their phone number so the driver can reach them on arrival.
No. Airport Transportation is an independent booking site for private transfers and is not part of the airport. For flight information and airport services, see our St. Louis airport guide.
We provide private transportation from any airport to any hotel at the best price, and we are licensed with complete insurance liability.
Airport Transportation provides private transportation only, in vans, luxury SUVs, or semi-buses.
Prices on our website are per vehicle, not per person, based on a range of passengers.
Regular vans carry up to 9 passengers, semi-buses up to 16, and luxury SUVs up to 6 passengers.
Walk all the way out of the airport. You'll see representatives holding boards. Look for the Airport Transportation logo or your name.
Commonly Toyota Hiace, Volkswagen Transporter, Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Chevrolet Suburban.
Yes. We carry insurance with complete liability for all passengers while using our services.
Baby seats are provided with prior notice, subject to availability, one seat maximum per vehicle.
You can book any time in advance; we suggest one week to one day ahead. Same-day reservations are available.
PayPal is our main payment method; a cash option is also available when booking through our website. Credit cards are accepted through PayPal.
Yes. For your comfort all our units have air conditioning.
During booking we ask for your airline and flight number so we can track delays and wait for you.
Yes, you can add an extra stop to your service during the booking process.
No. Prices are set per passenger range or per vehicle, not per age.
Yes. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your pick-up and you are refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before service are not refundable.
Yes. While their English may not be native-level, drivers have the skills to communicate with passengers.
Tips are not mandatory but are highly recommended; drivers earn them through service quality.
All prices are in USD. Via PayPal you can pay in almost any currency; cash payments accept USD only.
We can transport domestic pets kept in cages that fit in a normal vehicle.
Yes. There is plenty of room for one suitcase and one carry-on per person.
Every private transfer includes a professional, licensed driver; an insured, well-maintained vehicle; real-time flight monitoring; meet-and-greet service at arrivals; and door-to-door service with no hidden fees added after booking. Your fixed price covers the full route to your destination.
Choose the vehicle for your party and luggage, add your flight, and review the full reservation before you pay.
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