Are Airport responsible for lost items?
Airports generally do not take direct responsibility for lost items unless they were lost in areas under their direct control, such as security checkpoints. However, different entities within the airport might be responsible depending on where the item was lost:
How long does O’Hare Airport Lost and Found keep lost items?
Items are generally held for 30 days before being donated or discarded.
What should I do if I lost something on a plane at O’Hare?
If you lost an item on a plane, contact the airline directly. The airport’s Lost and Found only manages items lost in terminals, parking garages, and public areas.
The most common locations where items are lost at Airport