Anchorage airport (ANC)
Location details, contact information, airlines, departure and arrival flight status, transportation, facilities and services, parking, special passenger amenities, nearby hotels and answers to passengers' frequently asked questions.
Passenger Guide
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), opened in 1951, is not only Alaska’s primary gateway but also one of the world’s busiest cargo airports thanks to its strategic location between North America and Asia. For passengers, it operates a vital network of domestic flights and international connections to destinations in Canada and Europe.
Official Website: dot.alaska.gov/anc
Information Phone: +1 907 266 2526
Terminals
The airport has two terminals: the South Terminal, which handles domestic flights, and the North Terminal, dedicated to international services. Both facilities operate 24 hours and are linked by a complimentary shuttle that also serves the parking areas and the rental car center.
Annual Passenger Traffic: 5.3 million passengers in 2024.
Information Centers
Visitor Information Centers are located in both terminals. In the South Terminal, it is on the arrivals level (baggage claim), while in the North Terminal it is in the main hall. Staff provide assistance, maps, and visitor brochures.
Location
The airport is located 8 km (5 miles) southwest of downtown Anchorage.
See MapParking services at Anchorage airport (ANC)
There are several parking lots on the premises. The first 30 minutes of your stay are free of charge. There is also a free of charge passenger pick-up area 2 minutes from the terminals (Cell Phone Lot). More information: Tel +1 907 677 1074 / 529 2577. Rates
Short Term Parking - Areas for short stays, located in front of both terminals.
Long Term Parking - Area for long term stays, located near the South Terminal.
Park, Ride & Fly - Long-term economy sector on International Airport Road, with shuttle bus service to both terminals on request.
Facilities for passengers with special needs
There are elevators and adapted restrooms on the premises. Passengers requiring special assistance or wheelchairs should inform their airline of their particular needs prior to arrival.
Latest updates: November 17, 2025
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