Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or are just quickly passing through, our Boston Logan Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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the lights glared all night, and they kept up with the security announcements despite the fact that nobody but me and the cleaners was in the airport. -a traveller
BOS Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Boston Logan International Airport.
What to Expect
Boston Logan Airport (Code: BOS) has four terminals (A, B, C and E), three of which are connected by walkways and all serviced by regular shuttle transit. The airport is quite large, and there always seems to be ongoing renovation work at one terminal or another. You will find plenty of shops, restaurants, cafes and services on both airside and landside. The free WiFi helps pass the time. The airport says it has installed mobile charging areas in many of its seating areas, but some travellers say it is challenging to find landside. There are several lounges at Boston Logan, many of which offer passes to economy-class passengers willing to pay the entry fee. However, they are not accessible overnight due to security checkpoint closure. For lounge locations and rates, see our Airport Lounges section in the guide below.
Sleeping in Boston Airport
While Logan Airport is open 24 hours per day, travellers cannot wait or sleep airside after security checkpoints have closed for the night. Those passengers who are already airside must go landslide until security reopens and then clear security again to re-enter. The landside areas are not the most sleep-conducive, mainly thanks to limited seating, cold temps, bright lights, and tiled floors. What seating does exist is likely equipped with armrests. You’ll probably end up trying to sleep on the floor, in which case your best scenario is finding a spot away from most foot traffic.
Here are good sleep spots that travellers have reported:
- Terminal A, Floor 3, just before the people-mover heading to the Hilton Hotel, is a small, dark nook, perhaps with an art display in it. Bring an extra layer to cushion the tile floor.
- Terminal C’s baggage claim area has a few benches without armrests.
- Terminal E has a few armrest-free benches, particularly at the far end near the 9/11 banners.
One hotel at the airport is connected to Terminals A and E, and many nearby hotels are within quick shuttle distance. See Airport Hotels below for locations.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security. For more information on Europe’s Schengen Area, click here.
Airport Hours
The airport is open 24 hours.
Remember that TSA, airline check-in and baggage drop hours vary according to the flight schedule. The Terminal Security checkpoints are not open 24 hours.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
Boston Airport has casual rest zones with rocking chairs located throughout the terminals. Unfortunately, there are no recliners. Location: Airside.
Take precautions even when sleeping in the rest zones. In December 2019, a traveller at another airport reported that money and credit cards had been stolen from their bag even though the bag was right beside them. Protect and lock your bags as you would sleeping elsewhere in public.
Cots
Boston Airport sees more than its fair share of flight cancellations due to bad weather, particularly in the winter, but this means they are more prepared than other airports. When mass cancellations happen at Boston Airport, cots are available for stranded passengers who opt against getting a hotel room, but they can be tricky to locate. Ask an airline or airport employee or use a courtesy phone to reach someone with access to this information. (Note: Cots cannot be reserved in advance, and they are not available nightly).
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in Boston Airport sounds like a nightmare, there is a hotel connected to the terminal and many nearby hotels with free airport shuttles:
Hilton Boston Logan Airport – Connected to Terminals A and E via climate-controlled sky bridge. » Check Rates
Hotels near the airport with free airport shuttles
- Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor » Check Rates
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Boston at Logan Airport » Check Rates
- Courtyard by Marriott Boston Logan Airport » Check Rates
- Hilton Garden Inn Boston Logan Airport » Check Rates
- Comfort Inn & Suites » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Boston Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program. Visit the individual lounge page for more details about the lounge itself and learn how to gain access with just an economy class ticket!
- Air France Lounge – Location: Terminal E, Airside, Gate 4. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge pass.
- American Airlines Admirals Club – Location: Terminal B, Airside, Gate B4. Showers are available. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Lounge Membership.
- The Lounge – Location: Terminal C, Airside, near Gate C19. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge pass.
- United Club – Location: Terminal B, Airside, Level 3, near Gate 24. Lounge Access: Pay at the door with proof of United Airlines ticket • United Club Membership.
- Chase Sapphire Lounge – Location: Terminal B to Terminal Connector, Near Gate 40. Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge pass.
Airline Lounges (members only)
These lounges are open to flyers holding a Business/First ticket/elite status frequent flyers. Contact your airlines to see if your ticket includes lounge access.
- Air France Lounge – Location: Terminal E, Airside, Level 2.
- American Airlines Admirals Club – Terminal B, Airside, Gate B4.
- British Airways Lounge – Location: Terminal E, Airside, Level 3.
- Delta Sky Club – Locations: Multiple locations in Terminal E and Terminal A.
- Emirates Lounge – Location: Terminal E, Airside, Level 2.
- Lufthansa Business Lounge – Location: Terminal E, Airside, across from Gate E11.
- United Club – Location: Terminal B, Airside, Level 3, near Gate 24.
- Virgin Atlantic Lounge – Location: Terminal E, Airside, Level 4, opposite Gate E11.
Military Lounges
- USO Lounge – The USO offers a free lounge to active members of the US military and their families. Location: Terminal C, lower level near the American Airlines Credit Union and towards the hallway to Terminal E.
Related Pages: Boston Logan Airport Lounges
Drinking Water
Thirsty? Water bottle refill/Hydration stations are available free of charge. You can refill your reusable water bottle after passing through the security checkpoints. Locations: landside and airside in Terminals B, C and E.
Food & Drinks
The airport has a large variety of restaurants and coffee shops, both Landside and Airside. When you get the midnight munchies or give up trying to sleep and need a coffee to stay awake, there are 24-hour Dunkin Donuts in these locations:
- Terminal A (Arrivals, Landside)
- Terminal B (Departures, Landside)
- Terminal C (Arrivals, Landside)
- Terminal E (Level 1, Arrivals, Landside)
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Storage is not available inside the airport. However, a reader tells us a luggage storage service called Package Express is located in the South Station. Take the Silver Line Rapid Transit from Logan to South Station.
Mobile Charging
Many of the seating areas have charging stations.
Showers
Need to feel fresh before or after a long flight? Showers are available in The Club Lounge and the American Airlines Admirals Club. See the Airport Lounges section for more information.
WiFi / Internet
Free WiFi is available at Boston Logan Airport. Connect to the “BOSWifi” network.
Security & Safety
Airport staff seem to tolerate airport sleepers if you’re in the right spot. Security guards will relocate travellers in the Secure zone to the pre-security/public areas for the night.
At the time of this update, we have no reports from travellers commenting on safety issues at Boston Airport. However, sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
Pro-tip: If you sleep in the public zone, don’t be surprised if you receive an early morning wake-up call. Security is known to make the rounds, waking people up as travellers arrive for morning flights.
More Airport Information
Art Exhibits – Permanent and rotating art exhibits are displayed throughout the airport. Visit a Public Services Information Booth for a list of artwork locations.
ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available from a large variety of providers. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Locations: Landside and Airside are in each terminal.
Currency Exchange – ICE Currency Services has exchange counters in Terminal E. Locations: Terminal E, Level 1, Arrivals (8:00 AM – 10:00 PM) • Terminal E, Level 3, Departures (11:30 AM – 9:30 PM) • Terminal E, Level 3, Departures (8:00 AM – 10:00 PM).
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping and a wide variety of retail shops and newsstands are available. There are 20+ Hudson News Stores available for any last-minute items.
Family Services
- Baby Care Facilities – Nursing suites offer changing tables, power outlets, and fold-down chairs (and sometimes sinks) are available in the following locations: Terminal A (both Landside and Airside) • Terminal B (near Gate B37 • near Gate B7 – Mamava Suites • near Gate B18 – Mamava Suites) • Terminal C (near Gate C20 • near C8 – Mamava Suites) • Terminal E (near Gate E1 • near Gate E9 – Mamava Suites).
- Children’s Play Areas – When you want to ensure your kids burn off all their energy before their flight, take them to the “KidPort” playgrounds. Location: Terminal A, Airside, near Gate 18 • Terminal B, near Gate 15-16 • Terminal B, near Gate 30-36 • Terminal C, near Gate 25.
- Rest Area – If you need to soothe a fussy baby, sit in one of the rocking chairs throughout the terminal.
Information Desk – The Public Services Information Booth is located near the Baggage Claim, on the Arrivals Level of every terminal.
Luggage Carts – SmarteCartes are available at the departure and arrival levels.
Pet Relief Area – Travelling with a four-legged companion? Pet relief areas are available in a designated area on the arrival level curb of every terminal. Some terminals also feature indoor pet relief areas. Locations: Terminal B, Airside, Near Gate B29 • Terminal C, Airside, Near Gate C20 • Terminal E, Airside, Near Gate E7.
Prayer Room – Our Lady of the Airways Chapel. Location: Terminal C, landside, Arrivals Level, past Baggage Claim 8.
Shoe Shine – Shoe shine services are available in terminals A and B.
SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Spa & Salon Services – Not available.
Logan Express
Logan Express provides nonstop bus service between Logan Airport and Braintree, Framingham, Peabody, Woburn and Back Bay. It has full-service bus terminals, with direct service to all of Boston Logan’s terminals (lower level). Travel time is about 30-45 minutes, but allow extra time during rush hour/peak travel periods. The fare at the time of this August 2023 update was $9 each way (limited time).
Car Rentals
The following car rental companies are available at Logan Airport: Alamo • Avis • Budget • Dollar • Enterprise • Hertz • National • Payless • Sixt • Thrifty • Zipcar.
To access the Rental Car Center, follow signs marked “Rental Car Center” and board the blue and white shuttle buses on the lower level. Buses depart every 5-6 minutes.
Hotel Shuttles
Several area hotels provide airport shuttle service: Comfort Inn & Suites • Courtyard Boston Logan Airport • DoubleTree Club by Hilton Hotel Boston Bayside • Embassy Suites by Hilton • Four Points by Sheraton • Hampton Inn • Hilton Boston Logan Airport • Hilton Garden Inn • Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor • TownePlace Suites Boston Logan Airport/Chelsea.
See also Airport Hotels above.
Inter-Terminal Transportation
Logan Airport offers free shuttle bus service to all airline terminals, the Rental Car Center, and the Airport Station on the MBTA Blue Line. There are six different shuttle routes available. For more information, visit the Boston Logan Airport website.
Public Transportation
Known as the “T,” the MBTA Public transportation system is a very economical option for travel outside the airport. This transportation option has two lines that travel to and from the airport: the Blue Line Subway and the Silver Line Bus Rapid Transit. Also available is a commuter boat. For more information on MBTA transportation options, stop locations, instructions, directions, schedules, and fares, visit the Massport website.
Ride Apps
Ride App services such as Uber and Lyft pick up passengers from designated areas in the Central Parking area. An airport fee of $3.25 is added to your ride cost, which tends to vary from $12 to $23.
Taxis
Taxis are available at the arrival area from each of the airport terminals.
Visit the Logan Airport website for more transportation options, such as buses and water taxis.
Last updated: 2024-08-26
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