How to Navigate Boston Logan International Airport Inside & Out

Water on one side, skyline on the other—Logan Airport sits right on the edge of Boston Harbor, and the layout reflects that tight, coastal footprint. Once you get the hang of it, learning how to navigate Boston Logan Airport comes naturally—especially with this Avis guide here to help.

Here are some things to keep in mind when learning how to navigate the Boston Logan Airport.

1. Terminal A does not connect to the other terminals: Terminals B, C, and E have an indoor connector for walking from terminal to terminal. As of 2026, the walkway between terminals A and B is landside (pre-security) only.
2. Terminal B can feel like two terminals: It’s divided into north and south sections, which can catch people off guard if they assume it’s one continuous space. Fortunately, 2014 renovations finally created a post-security connection between these areas.
3. Traffic around Logan gets tight: Traffic near the airport can build up quickly, especially during peak travel times, so give yourself extra time if you’re getting dropped off or picking someone up.

Logan sits just minutes from downtown Boston, but Boston Harbor lies between the city center and the airport. Your best options for travel between the two are via I-90 (Mass Pike) through the Ted Williams Tunnel or through the Callahan Tunnel on Route 1A.

You’ll need to follow terminal-specific signs as you enter the airport loop, as each terminal has its own pickup and drop-off areas. If you’re waiting to pick up a passenger, you can also wait at the Cell Phone Lot near Terminal E.

Rental cars are handled at Logan’s Rental Car Center, not at the terminals. To reach it, travelers take the free blue On-Airport Shuttle from the lower level of each terminal, which generally runs every 5 to 6 minutes. This shuttle service can be used to move between terminals, the Rental Car Center, the MBTA Blue Line, and the Water Transportation Dock.

What throws a lot of passengers off at Logan is that there’s no single “main” terminal—each one has its own layout and flow. Terminal A is smaller and more straightforward, while Terminals B and C are larger with multiple gate areas, and Terminal E is where most international flights operate.

Security checkpoints are available inside each terminal, and once you’re through, you can move between Terminals B, C, and E without exiting. Terminal A stays separate, so you’d need to go back through security to switch. The Boston Airport terminal layout keeps baggage claim on the arrivals level in each terminal, near exits for passenger pickup and ground transportation.

Looking for unique things to do at Boston Logan Airport? Check out these hidden gems:

1. Boston Logan 9/11 Memorial: This quiet, reflective space honors the passengers and crew of Flight 11 and Flight 175. It’s easy to miss if you’re rushing, but worth a few minutes if you have time before or after your flight.
2. Public Art Program: Logan features a range of rotating and permanent works across its terminals. You’ll find everything from large-scale installations to digital displays, including standout displays like the Hall of Flags (Terminal E), the Tuskegee Airmen Honor Wall (Terminal C), and “Logan 100” (Terminal E).
3. Kidports: Terminals A, B, and C have dedicated play areas for kids, known as Kidports. Let your young one pilot a pretend plane or wander through a world inspired by children’s literature characters with Massachusetts connections.

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