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Palm Beach Airport Lost and Found: Location and Contact Info

Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) Lost and Found helps travelers report misplaced belongings and inquire about recovered items. Passengers who lose personal items in the terminal or other public areas can contact the Lost and Found office for assistance.

Items left onboard an aircraft must be reported directly to the operating airline. For belongings missing after a TSA inspection of checked baggage, travelers should contact the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

Palm Beach Airport Lost And Found

Palm Beach International Airport Lost and Found Office Contact Details

Travelers can use the following PBI Lost and Found office contact details to report missing property and ask about the retrieval process.

Location

Main Terminal, Level 2

Operating Hours

08:00 A.M. to 05:00 P.M. (Monday to Friday) 

08:00 A.M. to 04:30 P.M. (Saturday)

Phone Number

561-556-3785

Code - 859

Text Message

859 to 561-556-3785

After Hours Phone Number 

561-471-7420

How to Report Lost Items at Palm Beach International Airport?

Travelers who lose belongings at PBI can follow these steps to submit a report online, if the airport's reporting form is available:

  • Visit the official PBI Airport Lost and Found webpage.
  • Locate the lost-item reporting form or submission link.
  • Describe the missing item, including its type, brand, color, and distinctive features.
  • Enter the location, date, and approximate time that you last saw the item.
  • Review the details for accuracy and submit the report. 

Alternatively, travelers can text 859 to 561-556-3785 or call 561-556-3785 and enter code 859 for lost things at security checkpoints or in airport public areas. 

Note: If travelers misplace their belongings at ticket booths, gate areas, or on airplanes, they should notify the airline directly.

How to Collect Found Items at PBI Airport?

Passengers can pick up their misplaced items in person at Palm Beach International Airport Lost and Found during regular business hours, which are 08 A.M. to 05 P.M. Monday through Friday and 08 A.M. to 04:30 P.M. on Saturday.

  • Bring a valid photo ID to verify your identity 
  • If passengers cannot collect the item directly, they can connect with the representatives to pick it up by providing the requisite authority and confirming they have sufficient identification. 
  • After-hours pickup can also be arranged in advance.

In addition to this, when passengers have a self-addressed, stamped mailing container, they can return small things via the U.S. Mail if they are unable to visit the airport in person. In relation to this, they should make direct arrangements with their preferred provider and let the Palm Beach County Department of Airports know so they can get it ready for shipping. 

Note: Since PBI Airport only keeps recovered items for 30 days after the date of receipt, get in touch with Lost & Found as soon as possible.

Items Not Accepted by PBI Airport’s Lost and Found

Certain items cannot be processed through the Palm Beach Airport Lost and Found service because they may require separate security, safety, or legal handling procedures. These may include:

  • Combustible or dangerous materials 
  • Ammunition, weapons, and firearms
  • Prohibited chemicals or illicit drugs
  • Infectious or biohazardous materials

Palm Beach International Airport Lost & Found Map

Travelers can use the map to find the Lost and Found office.

Palm Beach International Airport Lost & Found Map

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

01What should I do if I left an item on a plane?
Since the airline's Lost & Found department handles items left onboard, get in touch with them directly.
02What should I do if my item went missing during a TSA inspection of checked baggage?
For assistance with lost items during a checked-baggage inspection, call TSA at 866-289-9673.
03How do I report an item lost at Palm Beach International Airport?
Passengers should enter code 859 when calling PBI Lost and Found at 561-556-3785, or text 859 to the same number.
04How long does PBI Airport keep recovered items?
Recovered items are kept by PBI Lost & Found for 30 days after they are received.
05Where are items most commonly lost at PBI Airport?
Belongings may be misplaced at TSA security checkpoints, in terminal public areas, or on airport shuttle buses. Contact the relevant service provider or Lost and Found office according to where the item was last seen.
06Does PBI Airport Lost and Found charge a fee?
There is no reporting fee specified by PBI. To find out if there are any shipping or handling fees, get in touch with Lost & Found.
07Does PBI Lost and Found handle items lost on airport shuttle buses?
The airport's Lost and Found service may handle items left on certain airport shuttle buses, including economy parking shuttles. Contact the office to confirm whether it handles reports from the specific shuttle service involved.