St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is an alternative to Tampa International Airport for trips to Pinellas County and the Gulf Coast. It is about nine miles north of downtown St. Petersburg and 17 miles southeast of downtown Clearwater, placing beaches, arts districts, and waterfront attractions within easy reach.
Airlines and Flights
Allegiant Air is the carrier most closely associated with PIE, and other scheduled, charter, or seasonal airlines may operate at different times. Airline offerings change, so check the airport’s current route map and confirm all details with your airline before departure.
Parking and Getting Around
Short-term parking near the terminal is useful for pickups and brief trips, while long-term areas serve travelers leaving vehicles for several days. Shuttle or premium services may be available depending on current operations. Rental cars, taxis, ride-share services, public buses, and hotel shuttles provide onward transportation. Check live parking, rates, and pickup locations before travel.
Accessibility
PIE offers accessible parking and restrooms, wheelchair assistance, visual and auditory aids, and service-animal relief areas before and after security. Contact your airline ahead of time to arrange boarding or wheelchair help, and speak with airport staff if you need directions or support.
Beaches and Waterfront Fun
Clearwater Beach shines with white sand, Gulf water, water sports, dining, and memorable sunsets. Follow beach flags and lifeguard guidance before swimming. Fort De Soto Park adds beaches, trails, picnic areas, paddling, and historic fortifications, while the St. Pete Pier offers parks, food, fishing, and lovely bay views.
Art, Food, and Local Character
Downtown St. Petersburg is packed with murals, galleries, breweries, restaurants, and museums. The Dalí Museum is the star attraction, joined by the Museum of Fine Arts, Chihuly Collection, St. Petersburg Museum of History, and Florida Holocaust Museum. Farther north, Tarpon Springs celebrates its Greek heritage around the historic Sponge Docks with shops and excellent food.
Schedules, routes, parking, and attraction hours change. Visit the official St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport website before your trip. With a little planning, PIE can put you on the sunny side of Tampa Bay in no time.
