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Introduction
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (IATA: ANC, ICAO: PANC, FAA LID: ANC) is a major airport in the U.S. state of Alaska, located 5 miles (8 km) southwest of downtown Anchorage. Ted Stevens was a senator for Alaska from 1968-2009, and the airport is named after him. It is contained in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2017-2021, in which it is classified as a medium-hub essential business service center.
Airlines and Destinations
The airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 45 destinations in two countries. This week, there are 43 domestic flights from Anchorage. The longest flight from Anchorage ANC is a 2,895-mile (4,659 km) non-stop route to Frankfurt FRA, operated by Condor. A direct flight will take approximately 9 hours and 20 minutes.
Passenger and Flight data
Anchorage Airport sees thousands of travelers off every year. For example, in one year, 2.7 million passengers left the airport on a total of 23,082 flights. That number included 2,200,636 passengers who flew within the United States and another 492,819 overseas. Passenger numbers are growing each year at the airport.
How to Get Here
Anchorage Airport is 5 miles (8 km) southwest of downtown Anchorage. There are several ways to get to the airport: rental cars, taxis, rideshare services, and even public transport.
Parking
As is typical with most large airports, there is no shortage of parking possibilities available to flyers at the Anchorage hub - short-term parking and long-term parking (otherwise known as economy) being among them. Check the rates and availability on the airport's website.
Transportation Price
These fees apply to the Alaska International Airport System, which includes both Anchorage and Fairbanks International Airports. With the prices varying from one to another, passengers are encouraged to check the airport's website.
Terminal Layout
There are two main terminals at ANC Airport - the North Terminal for domestic services and South Terminal covering international flights. Both stands are adjacent, and the two terminals are linked by a long, roofed walkway that allows passengers to move freely between them.
Navigate the Airport
The airport provides detailed terminal maps and guides on their website, which should help passengers find their way around from A to B. Plus: data on security checkpoints, TSA PreCheck, CLEAR lanes, and Global Entry, as well as lounges.
Getting Between Terminals
There is a covered walkway connecting the North and South Terminals, making it easy to transfer between them. The airport is conveniently signed and has excellent wayfinding throughout.
Services and Amenities
The airport provides eating and shopping services, as well as visitor comforts, for the ease of travelers at Anchorage Airport.
Restaurants and Shops
There are both national chain options as well as local favorites, eateries of all kinds (from fast food to upscale) and retail ranging from the everyday, including stores you'd find in any American mall.
Security and Customs
Allowing a sufficient amount of time for people to complete the security and customs process is actually needed given the varying wait times. Information on the security process and any special requirements are provided by the airport.
Accessibility
Examples of services for those with disabilities and special needs include, but are not limited to:
Travel Tips
The airport is located near downtown Anchorage, and the surrounding area offers convenient access to local attractions for passengers with longer layovers.