Lost & Found
Lost something at Springfield-Branson National Airport? Report it immediately — airport lost and found offices hold items for 30–90 days, but recovery rates drop sharply after the first 24 hours.
Left somewhere in the airport (not at security)
Airport Lost and Found
417-868-0500Location: No dedicated walk-up Lost & Found counter is listed on the airport's website; call the main terminal line and ask to be connected to Lost & Found, or check the monthly found-item logs posted online.
Hours: Not publicly published — call during terminal operating hours (the security checkpoint opens around 3:50am; the terminal is staffed through the last departure of the day)
Left at the TSA security checkpoint
TSA Lost Property
1-866-289-9673For items left at the TSA checkpoint specifically, contact TSA directly rather than the airport; claim as soon as possible, since checkpoint items are processed separately from airport-wide lost and found.
File a TSA claim online →Note: items left in gate areas may also be held by the airline's gate staff — contact the airline directly for gate-area and on-board lost items.
Pro Tip
SGF posts a running, dated list of found items as downloadable PDFs at flyspringfield.com/lost each month — check that list yourself first (by date and item description) before calling, since it's the fastest way to confirm whether your item was turned in.
How long does SGF airport keep lost items?
Most airports hold unclaimed items for 30–90 days before donating or auctioning them. File your claim as quickly as possible to maximize recovery chances.
What if I left something on the plane?
Items left on aircraft go to the airline, not the airport lost and found. Contact the airline directly — each airline has its own baggage service phone number and online claim process.
How do I report a lost item at the TSA checkpoint at SGF?
Call TSA at 1-866-289-9673 or file a claim at tsa.gov/travel/customer-service. Items left at security checkpoints are held for 30 days.
Can I file a lost item report online for SGF?
SGF does not currently list a standalone online lost item report form. Call 417-868-0500 to file by phone or visit No dedicated walk-up Lost & Found counter is listed on the airport's website; call the main terminal line and ask to be connected to Lost & Found, or check the monthly found-item logs posted online. in person.
See also: Live SGF TSA wait times · SGF flight status · SGF security tips
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