--- iata: ANC name: Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport city: Anchorage country: United States lastUpdated: '2026-09-02' officialWebsite: 'https://dot.alaska.gov/anc/' sources: - 'https://dot.alaska.gov/anc/' - 'https://dot.alaska.gov/anc/passengers-terminal-info.shtml' - 'https://dot.alaska.gov/anc/passengers-parking-transport.shtml' - 'https://dot.alaska.gov/anc/passengers-dining-shop.shtml' - 'https://www.alaskaair.com/content/airport-lounge/location-and-hours' - 'https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/anchorage-airport-guide.htm' - 'https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ted_Stevens_Anchorage_International_Airport' - >- https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alaska-airlines-mileage-plan/2185653-anc-alaska-lounge-expansion-now-open-2-5-25-a.html - 'https://www.muni.org/Departments/transit/PeopleMover/Pages/default.aspx' - 'https://silvergulch.com/anchorage/' quickFacts: - >- Two terminals: South (domestic, Concourses A/B/C, most flights) and North (international/charter) - >- Alaska Airlines primary hub with major cargo operations (top global cargo airport) - 'Free WiFi (ANC FREE WIFI), Alaska Native art collection, and mountain views' - ~5.4 million annual passengers; open 24 hours - Free inter-terminal/rental car shuttle every 15-20 min - TSA PreCheck available; normal waits 10-15 min bentoTips: - label: Timing title: Arrive 2 hours early year-round detail: >- Summer tourism and oil-worker rotations (esp. Wed evenings into Thu) plus holiday weekends create the worst lines; PreCheck cuts it dramatically. summary: >- Build in buffer for parking shuttles and occasional TSA surges that hit 1-2+ hours on peaks. category: timing - label: Terminal title: Confirm South vs North before arrival detail: >- Free shuttle links them (on-demand from North); walking connector exists landside near Alaska baggage claim but is not airside. summary: >- Most domestic flights use South Terminal Concourses A-B-C; North is mainly international arrivals/charters. category: terminal - label: Food title: Hit Silver Gulch or Sushi on the Fly airside detail: >- Norton Sound Seafood and Humpy’s-style options deliver real Alaskan flavors; McDonald’s/Starbucks cover early/late gaps. summary: >- Skip generic chains for local craft beer/pizza at Silver Gulch (Concourse C) or fresh sushi. category: food - label: Status title: Check weather and cargo ops impact detail: >- Monitor Alaska Airlines app and airport socials; North Terminal hours flex with international schedules. summary: >- Winter storms and heavy cargo traffic can cascade delays even if passenger side looks calm. category: status lounges: - name: Alaska Lounge hours: '05:00-01:00 daily' access: - Alaska Lounge membership - Alaska First Class - oneworld Emerald/Sapphire on eligible itineraries - Admirals Club (same-day AS/AA) - 'Day pass $65 (space available, same-day AS/partner boarding pass)' bestFor: - Alaska flyers - Long layovers - Work or relax summary: >- Recently expanded (2025) with more seats and better flow; solid food/drinks and mountain views make the day pass worthwhile if you qualify or can buy in, though no showers. verdict: worth-it terminal: South Terminal amenities: - Complimentary food and drinks including local beer/wine - Wi-Fi - Power outlets - Expanded seating with views - Coffee/tea station - name: Atwood Military Lounge hours: 24 hours access: - Active duty military ID and families bestFor: - Military travelers - Families summary: >- Reliable 24/7 haven for eligible military with basic comforts; not open to public or Priority Pass. verdict: worth-it terminal: South Terminal amenities: - Snacks - Beverages - Playroom - Quiet space waterOptions: - kind: refill name: Bottle filling stations zone: airside summary: >- Free filtered water stations are the clear winner once past security; bring an empty bottle. location: >- Airside throughout Concourses A/B/C near restrooms and gates (multiple stations) terminal: South Terminal isBestValue: true isBestQuality: true - kind: purchase name: Hudson News zone: airside price: $3.50–$5 for 500ml–1L bottle summary: >- Standard overpriced airport bottles; convenient but skip if you can refill. location: >- Multiple locations including C Concourse near gates and post-security Euro Café area terminal: South Terminal - kind: purchase name: Starbucks zone: airside price: $4–$5 for bottled water summary: >- Reliable early-morning option next to coffee, but no better value than Hudson. location: Airside C Concourse near security exit/art kiosk area terminal: South Terminal - kind: free name: Drinking fountains / tap zone: landside summary: >- Basic free option pre-security if desperate, but quality and convenience lag the airside fillers. location: Landside near restrooms and baggage claim; limited airside fountains terminal: South Terminal airportistScore: 7.2 slug: anc region: North America --- > Markdown for [/airports/anc](/airports/anc). Append `.md` to any page URL (or send `Accept: text/markdown`) for an agent-readable copy. - [HTML page](/airports/anc) - [Lounge directory](/airports/anc/lounges.md) - [Sitemap](/sitemap.md) # Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) Anchorage, United States · North America Efficient compact airport with genuine local food and easy transport but limited premium lounges and weather/cargo-driven disruption risk. ## Airportist Score **7.2 / 10** - Comfort: 6.8 - Navigation: 7.5 - Food: 7.8 - Transport: 7.6 - Disruption resilience: 6.5 ## At a glance - Passengers: 5.4M - Terminals: 2 (South domestic + North international) - Typical security: 15 min - On-time: 78% - Disruption: normal ## Best for - Alaska Airlines connections - Local seafood and craft beer - Quick downtown access - Cargo-curious plane spotting ## Watch out for - TSA spikes on peak summer/holiday mornings - Limited lounge options outside Alaska status/day pass - Winter weather delays cascading from cargo ops - No airside carts in South Terminal ## More intel - [Lounge directory](/airports/anc/lounges.md) (free) - [Getting there](/airports/anc/getting-there.md) (free) - [Amenities](/airports/anc/amenities.md) - [Traveler tips](/airports/anc/tips.md) - [Water](/airports/anc/water.md) - [Full guide](/airports/anc/guide.md) - [Disruptions](/airports/anc/disruptions.md) - [Reviews](/airports/anc/reviews.md)