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Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport

Santa Rosa, United States · North America

A one-hall Wine Country field with Alaska, American, and Southwest on the live 15 Sep 2026 board, $22 long-term parking, no TSA PreCheck, and no commercial lounge.

Airportist Score

7.3/ 10

Solid

Ease of use8.5
Comfort & amenities7.7
Food & retail7.6
Ground access7.5
Reliability7.7
Lounges2.0

How the score works

An editorial 0–10 score. The overall is exactly the weighted sum of six traveler categories — not a Google rating and not a poll.

25%Ease of use — Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.
20%Comfort & amenities — Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.
15%Food & retail — Food and retail quality and variety.
15%Ground access — Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.
15%Reliability — Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.
10%Lounges — Worth-it density and access quality.

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Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport

Santa Rosa, United States · North America

A one-hall Wine Country field with Alaska, American, and Southwest on the live 15 Sep 2026 board, $22 long-term parking, no TSA PreCheck, and no commercial lounge.

Airportist Score

7.3/ 10

Solid

Ease of use8.5
Comfort & amenities7.7
Food & retail7.6
Ground access7.5
Reliability7.7
Lounges2.0

How the score works

An editorial 0–10 score. The overall is exactly the weighted sum of six traveler categories — not a Google rating and not a poll.

25%Ease of use — Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.
20%Comfort & amenities — Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.
15%Food & retail — Food and retail quality and variety.
15%Ground access — Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.
15%Reliability — Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.
10%Lounges — Worth-it density and access quality.

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6 photos

Historic 15 July 2016 view of Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport in Santa Rosa, photographed by Sarah Stierch. This is leftover versus the 2022–2023 passenger hall.

Lucy van Pelt Psychiatric Help information desk inside the STS terminal, photographed 4 March 2019. Public themed desk, not a commercial lounge.

Control tower at Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport with airport vehicles in the foreground on 11 September 2017.

Passengers collecting bags from a cart at STS after a Horizon Air Q400 arrival on 11 September 2017. Historic ramp scene versus the 2023 hall.

Horizon Air Bombardier Q400 N401QX at STS at sunset on 11 September 2017 after a Portland arrival. Historic leftover fleet — Alaska retired the Q400 in January 2023.

Horizon Air Bombardier Q400 taxiing at Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport on 17 August 2008. Historic leftover fleet.

STSGuide

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Official Check-In 120 minutes

Official Check-In prints arrive 120 minutes prior to departure to finish check-in and TSA.

Alaska counter 90/40 minutes, gate 12. American 120/30, gate 15. Southwest and official Delta copy 120/45, gate 15. Kiosks are carry-on only.

Layout

One hall — Concourse A and Concourse B

Official Amenities print Concourse A (Apple Spice, Crush) and pet relief between A and B.

Official About: opens 90 minutes before the first flight, closes 30 minutes after the last, minimum 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Do not invent a KSTS second page.

Food

Flying Ace is the named sit-down kitchen

Official Flying Ace is a full-service restaurant and bar just off the main terminal during operational flight times.

Cafe Costeaux On the Go sits south of the hall. Apple Spice and Crush sit after TSA on Concourse A. Official pages print no bottle tariff.

Live board

Trust FlightAware over stale Avelo copy

Live 15 Sep 2026 FlightAware shows Alaska, American Eagle PHX/DFW, and Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN.

Official FAQ also names Delta SLC. Official About still reprints Avelo BUR/LAS. Official Southwest AUS begins October 2026. Official Airline Information leftover Southwest DEN vs this Tuesday board. Do not invent live United.

Live conditions

Right now at STS

Security waits and operational status from official feeds, where the airport publishes them.

Honest verdict

Who this airport works for

Best for

Wine Country travelers who would otherwise drive SFO or OAK
Alaska, American PHX/DFW, and Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN banks without a second terminal
Travelers who can use $22 long-term parking instead of a Bay Area garage

Watch out for

Official Security: TSA Precheck is not currently offered at STS
American.com clubs Not Available; live Priority Pass /en/airport/santa-rosa-sts is 404
Official About still reprints Avelo; official FAQ also names Delta SLC versus the live Tuesday board
Official SMART station is one mile from the terminal, not at the curb

Airportist Score

Why this score

Overall is the published weighted sum of six categories. No holistic fudge on top.

Ease of use · 25%

Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.

8.5

Comfort & amenities · 20%

Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.

7.7

Food & retail · 15%

Food and retail quality and variety.

7.6

Ground access · 15%

Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.

7.5

Reliability · 15%

Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.

7.7

Lounges · 10%

Worth-it density and access quality.

2.0

Key stats

Editorial reference figures, not live readings.

Annual passengers

780,637

Terminals

1 scheduled-pax hall (Concourses A & B)

On-time departures

83%

Typical security

12 min

Guide quick facts

From the editorial guide for STS.

Updated Sep 15, 2026

Official branding Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport (STS). Operator is the County of Sonoma. Site sonomacountyairport.org.
Official 2025 total passengers 780,637 (record vs 772,758 in 2024). FAA prelim CY 2025 rank 159 / 386,629 enplanements. Do not mix those files.
One scheduled-pax hall with Concourse A and Concourse B. Official About minimum hours 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Official Security: TSA Precheck is not currently offered at STS. American.com PreCheck Not Available. Official Check-In: arrive 120 minutes.
Live 15 Sep 2026 FlightAware: Alaska SNA/LAX/SAN/SEA/PDX/BUR/LAS/ONT, American Eagle PHX/DFW, Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN. Official FAQ also names Delta SLC. Official About still reprints Avelo.
American.com clubs Not Available. Live Priority Pass /en/airport/santa-rosa-sts is 404. Official Amenities names restaurants, not a lounge.

16 official sources

Full guide

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Each section answers one trip question in depth.

Alternatives

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Passenger airports within about 150 km. Scored airports show their Airportist Score so you can weigh a switch.

STSGuide

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Official Check-In 120 minutes

Official Check-In prints arrive 120 minutes prior to departure to finish check-in and TSA.

Alaska counter 90/40 minutes, gate 12. American 120/30, gate 15. Southwest and official Delta copy 120/45, gate 15. Kiosks are carry-on only.

Layout

One hall — Concourse A and Concourse B

Official Amenities print Concourse A (Apple Spice, Crush) and pet relief between A and B.

Official About: opens 90 minutes before the first flight, closes 30 minutes after the last, minimum 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Do not invent a KSTS second page.

Food

Flying Ace is the named sit-down kitchen

Official Flying Ace is a full-service restaurant and bar just off the main terminal during operational flight times.

Cafe Costeaux On the Go sits south of the hall. Apple Spice and Crush sit after TSA on Concourse A. Official pages print no bottle tariff.

Live board

Trust FlightAware over stale Avelo copy

Live 15 Sep 2026 FlightAware shows Alaska, American Eagle PHX/DFW, and Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN.

Live conditions

Right now at STS

Security waits and operational status from official feeds, where the airport publishes them.

Honest verdict

Who this airport works for

Best for

Wine Country travelers who would otherwise drive SFO or OAK
Alaska, American PHX/DFW, and Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN banks without a second terminal
Travelers who can use $22 long-term parking instead of a Bay Area garage

Airportist Score

Why this score

Overall is the published weighted sum of six categories. No holistic fudge on top.

Ease of use · 25%

Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.

8.5

Comfort & amenities · 20%

Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.

7.7

Food & retail · 15%

Food and retail quality and variety.

7.6

Ground access · 15%

Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.

7.5

Reliability · 15%

Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.

7.7

Guide quick facts

From the editorial guide for STS.

Updated Sep 15, 2026

Official branding Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport (STS). Operator is the County of Sonoma. Site sonomacountyairport.org.
Official 2025 total passengers 780,637 (record vs 772,758 in 2024). FAA prelim CY 2025 rank 159 / 386,629 enplanements. Do not mix those files.
One scheduled-pax hall with Concourse A and Concourse B. Official About minimum hours 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Full guide

Explore the STS guide

Each section answers one trip question in depth.

Getting There
4 ways into the city, compared on time, cost, and luggage.
Fastest: Uber / LyftCheapest: SMART Connect + SMART train
View Getting There

STSGuide

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Official Check-In 120 minutes

Official Check-In prints arrive 120 minutes prior to departure to finish check-in and TSA.

Alaska counter 90/40 minutes, gate 12. American 120/30, gate 15. Southwest and official Delta copy 120/45, gate 15. Kiosks are carry-on only.

Layout

One hall — Concourse A and Concourse B

Official Amenities print Concourse A (Apple Spice, Crush) and pet relief between A and B.

Official About: opens 90 minutes before the first flight, closes 30 minutes after the last, minimum 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Do not invent a KSTS second page.

Food

Flying Ace is the named sit-down kitchen

Official Flying Ace is a full-service restaurant and bar just off the main terminal during operational flight times.

Cafe Costeaux On the Go sits south of the hall. Apple Spice and Crush sit after TSA on Concourse A. Official pages print no bottle tariff.

Live board

Trust FlightAware over stale Avelo copy

Live 15 Sep 2026 FlightAware shows Alaska, American Eagle PHX/DFW, and Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN.

Live conditions

Right now at STS

Security waits and operational status from official feeds, where the airport publishes them.

Honest verdict

Who this airport works for

Best for

Wine Country travelers who would otherwise drive SFO or OAK
Alaska, American PHX/DFW, and Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN banks without a second terminal
Travelers who can use $22 long-term parking instead of a Bay Area garage

Airportist Score

Why this score

Overall is the published weighted sum of six categories. No holistic fudge on top.

Ease of use · 25%

Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.

8.5

Comfort & amenities · 20%

Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.

7.7

Food & retail · 15%

Food and retail quality and variety.

7.6

Ground access · 15%

Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.

7.5

Reliability · 15%

Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.

7.7

Guide quick facts

From the editorial guide for STS.

Updated Sep 15, 2026

Official branding Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport (STS). Operator is the County of Sonoma. Site sonomacountyairport.org.
Official 2025 total passengers 780,637 (record vs 772,758 in 2024). FAA prelim CY 2025 rank 159 / 386,629 enplanements. Do not mix those files.
One scheduled-pax hall with Concourse A and Concourse B. Official About minimum hours 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Full guide

Explore the STS guide

Each section answers one trip question in depth.

Getting There
4 ways into the city, compared on time, cost, and luggage.
Fastest: Uber / LyftCheapest: SMART Connect + SMART train
View Getting There

STSGuide

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Official Check-In 120 minutes

Official Check-In prints arrive 120 minutes prior to departure to finish check-in and TSA.

Alaska counter 90/40 minutes, gate 12. American 120/30, gate 15. Southwest and official Delta copy 120/45, gate 15. Kiosks are carry-on only.

Layout

One hall — Concourse A and Concourse B

Official Amenities print Concourse A (Apple Spice, Crush) and pet relief between A and B.

Official About: opens 90 minutes before the first flight, closes 30 minutes after the last, minimum 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Do not invent a KSTS second page.

Food

Flying Ace is the named sit-down kitchen

Official Flying Ace is a full-service restaurant and bar just off the main terminal during operational flight times.

Cafe Costeaux On the Go sits south of the hall. Apple Spice and Crush sit after TSA on Concourse A. Official pages print no bottle tariff.

Live board

Trust FlightAware over stale Avelo copy

Live 15 Sep 2026 FlightAware shows Alaska, American Eagle PHX/DFW, and Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN.

Live conditions

Right now at STS

Security waits and operational status from official feeds, where the airport publishes them.

Security wait times

A current security estimate is not available. Check the official airport site or MyTSA before travel.

MyTSA

Official airport site TSA screening guide

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Status update: 16:04 PDT

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Sep 16, 23:04 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.

Honest verdict

Who this airport works for

Best for

Wine Country travelers who would otherwise drive SFO or OAK
Alaska, American PHX/DFW, and Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN banks without a second terminal
Travelers who can use $22 long-term parking instead of a Bay Area garage

Watch out for

Official Security: TSA Precheck is not currently offered at STS
American.com clubs Not Available; live Priority Pass /en/airport/santa-rosa-sts is 404
Official About still reprints Avelo; official FAQ also names Delta SLC versus the live Tuesday board
Official SMART station is one mile from the terminal, not at the curb

Airportist Score

Why this score

Overall is the published weighted sum of six categories. No holistic fudge on top.

Ease of use · 25%

Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.

8.5

Comfort & amenities · 20%

Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.

7.7

Food & retail · 15%

Food and retail quality and variety.

7.6

Ground access · 15%

Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.

7.5

Reliability · 15%

Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.

7.7

Lounges · 10%

Worth-it density and access quality.

2.0

Key stats

Editorial reference figures, not live readings.

Annual passengers

780,637

Terminals

1 scheduled-pax hall (Concourses A & B)

On-time departures

83%

Typical security

12 min

Guide quick facts

From the editorial guide for STS.

Updated Sep 15, 2026

Official branding Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport (STS). Operator is the County of Sonoma. Site sonomacountyairport.org.
Official 2025 total passengers 780,637 (record vs 772,758 in 2024). FAA prelim CY 2025 rank 159 / 386,629 enplanements. Do not mix those files.
One scheduled-pax hall with Concourse A and Concourse B. Official About minimum hours 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Official Security: TSA Precheck is not currently offered at STS. American.com PreCheck Not Available. Official Check-In: arrive 120 minutes.
Live 15 Sep 2026 FlightAware: Alaska SNA/LAX/SAN/SEA/PDX/BUR/LAS/ONT, American Eagle PHX/DFW, Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN. Official FAQ also names Delta SLC. Official About still reprints Avelo.
American.com clubs Not Available. Live Priority Pass /en/airport/santa-rosa-sts is 404. Official Amenities names restaurants, not a lounge.

16 official sources

Full guide

Explore the STS guide

Each section answers one trip question in depth.

STSGuide

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Official Check-In 120 minutes

Official Check-In prints arrive 120 minutes prior to departure to finish check-in and TSA.

Alaska counter 90/40 minutes, gate 12. American 120/30, gate 15. Southwest and official Delta copy 120/45, gate 15. Kiosks are carry-on only.

Layout

One hall — Concourse A and Concourse B

Official Amenities print Concourse A (Apple Spice, Crush) and pet relief between A and B.

Official About: opens 90 minutes before the first flight, closes 30 minutes after the last, minimum 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Do not invent a KSTS second page.

Food

Flying Ace is the named sit-down kitchen

Official Flying Ace is a full-service restaurant and bar just off the main terminal during operational flight times.

Cafe Costeaux On the Go sits south of the hall. Apple Spice and Crush sit after TSA on Concourse A. Official pages print no bottle tariff.

Live board

Trust FlightAware over stale Avelo copy

Live 15 Sep 2026 FlightAware shows Alaska, American Eagle PHX/DFW, and Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN.

Live conditions

Right now at STS

Security waits and operational status from official feeds, where the airport publishes them.

Security wait times

A current security estimate is not available. Check the official airport site or MyTSA before travel.

MyTSA

Official airport site TSA screening guide

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Status update: 16:04 PDT

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Sep 16, 23:04 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.

Honest verdict

Who this airport works for

Best for

Wine Country travelers who would otherwise drive SFO or OAK
Alaska, American PHX/DFW, and Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN banks without a second terminal
Travelers who can use $22 long-term parking instead of a Bay Area garage

Airportist Score

Why this score

Overall is the published weighted sum of six categories. No holistic fudge on top.

Ease of use · 25%

Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.

8.5

Comfort & amenities · 20%

Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.

7.7

Food & retail · 15%

Food and retail quality and variety.

7.6

Ground access · 15%

Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.

7.5

Reliability · 15%

Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.

7.7

Guide quick facts

From the editorial guide for STS.

Updated Sep 15, 2026

Official branding Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport (STS). Operator is the County of Sonoma. Site sonomacountyairport.org.
Official 2025 total passengers 780,637 (record vs 772,758 in 2024). FAA prelim CY 2025 rank 159 / 386,629 enplanements. Do not mix those files.
One scheduled-pax hall with Concourse A and Concourse B. Official About minimum hours 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Full guide

Explore the STS guide

Each section answers one trip question in depth.

Getting There
4 ways into the city, compared on time, cost, and luggage.
Fastest: Uber / LyftCheapest: SMART Connect + SMART train
View Getting There

STSGuide

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Official Check-In 120 minutes

Official Check-In prints arrive 120 minutes prior to departure to finish check-in and TSA.

Alaska counter 90/40 minutes, gate 12. American 120/30, gate 15. Southwest and official Delta copy 120/45, gate 15. Kiosks are carry-on only.

Layout

One hall — Concourse A and Concourse B

Official Amenities print Concourse A (Apple Spice, Crush) and pet relief between A and B.

Official About: opens 90 minutes before the first flight, closes 30 minutes after the last, minimum 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Do not invent a KSTS second page.

Food

Flying Ace is the named sit-down kitchen

Official Flying Ace is a full-service restaurant and bar just off the main terminal during operational flight times.

Cafe Costeaux On the Go sits south of the hall. Apple Spice and Crush sit after TSA on Concourse A. Official pages print no bottle tariff.

Live board

Trust FlightAware over stale Avelo copy

Live 15 Sep 2026 FlightAware shows Alaska, American Eagle PHX/DFW, and Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN.

Live conditions

Right now at STS

Security waits and operational status from official feeds, where the airport publishes them.

Honest verdict

Who this airport works for

Best for

Wine Country travelers who would otherwise drive SFO or OAK
Alaska, American PHX/DFW, and Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN banks without a second terminal
Travelers who can use $22 long-term parking instead of a Bay Area garage

Airportist Score

Why this score

Overall is the published weighted sum of six categories. No holistic fudge on top.

Ease of use · 25%

Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.

8.5

Comfort & amenities · 20%

Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.

7.7

Food & retail · 15%

Food and retail quality and variety.

7.6

Ground access · 15%

Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.

7.5

Reliability · 15%

Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.

7.7

Guide quick facts

From the editorial guide for STS.

Updated Sep 15, 2026

Official branding Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport (STS). Operator is the County of Sonoma. Site sonomacountyairport.org.
Official 2025 total passengers 780,637 (record vs 772,758 in 2024). FAA prelim CY 2025 rank 159 / 386,629 enplanements. Do not mix those files.
One scheduled-pax hall with Concourse A and Concourse B. Official About minimum hours 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Full guide

Explore the STS guide

Each section answers one trip question in depth.

Getting There
4 ways into the city, compared on time, cost, and luggage.
Fastest: Uber / LyftCheapest: SMART Connect + SMART train
View Getting There

STSGuide

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Official Check-In 120 minutes

Official Check-In prints arrive 120 minutes prior to departure to finish check-in and TSA.

Alaska counter 90/40 minutes, gate 12. American 120/30, gate 15. Southwest and official Delta copy 120/45, gate 15. Kiosks are carry-on only.

Layout

One hall — Concourse A and Concourse B

Official Amenities print Concourse A (Apple Spice, Crush) and pet relief between A and B.

Official About: opens 90 minutes before the first flight, closes 30 minutes after the last, minimum 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Do not invent a KSTS second page.

Food

Flying Ace is the named sit-down kitchen

Official Flying Ace is a full-service restaurant and bar just off the main terminal during operational flight times.

Cafe Costeaux On the Go sits south of the hall. Apple Spice and Crush sit after TSA on Concourse A. Official pages print no bottle tariff.

Live board

Trust FlightAware over stale Avelo copy

Live 15 Sep 2026 FlightAware shows Alaska, American Eagle PHX/DFW, and Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN.

Live conditions

Right now at STS

Security waits and operational status from official feeds, where the airport publishes them.

Security wait times

A current security estimate is not available. Check the official airport site or MyTSA before travel.

MyTSA

Official airport site TSA screening guide

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Status update: 16:04 PDT

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Sep 16, 23:04 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.

Honest verdict

Who this airport works for

Best for

Wine Country travelers who would otherwise drive SFO or OAK
Alaska, American PHX/DFW, and Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN banks without a second terminal
Travelers who can use $22 long-term parking instead of a Bay Area garage

Airportist Score

Why this score

Overall is the published weighted sum of six categories. No holistic fudge on top.

Ease of use · 25%

Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.

8.5

Comfort & amenities · 20%

Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.

7.7

Food & retail · 15%

Food and retail quality and variety.

7.6

Ground access · 15%

Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.

7.5

Reliability · 15%

Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.

7.7

Guide quick facts

From the editorial guide for STS.

Updated Sep 15, 2026

Official branding Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport (STS). Operator is the County of Sonoma. Site sonomacountyairport.org.
Official 2025 total passengers 780,637 (record vs 772,758 in 2024). FAA prelim CY 2025 rank 159 / 386,629 enplanements. Do not mix those files.
One scheduled-pax hall with Concourse A and Concourse B. Official About minimum hours 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Full guide

Explore the STS guide

Each section answers one trip question in depth.

Getting There
4 ways into the city, compared on time, cost, and luggage.
Fastest: Uber / LyftCheapest: SMART Connect + SMART train
View Getting There

STSGuide

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Official Check-In 120 minutes

Official Check-In prints arrive 120 minutes prior to departure to finish check-in and TSA.

Alaska counter 90/40 minutes, gate 12. American 120/30, gate 15. Southwest and official Delta copy 120/45, gate 15. Kiosks are carry-on only.

Layout

One hall — Concourse A and Concourse B

Official Amenities print Concourse A (Apple Spice, Crush) and pet relief between A and B.

Official About: opens 90 minutes before the first flight, closes 30 minutes after the last, minimum 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Do not invent a KSTS second page.

Food

Flying Ace is the named sit-down kitchen

Official Flying Ace is a full-service restaurant and bar just off the main terminal during operational flight times.

Cafe Costeaux On the Go sits south of the hall. Apple Spice and Crush sit after TSA on Concourse A. Official pages print no bottle tariff.

Live board

Trust FlightAware over stale Avelo copy

Live 15 Sep 2026 FlightAware shows Alaska, American Eagle PHX/DFW, and Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN.

Live conditions

Right now at STS

Security waits and operational status from official feeds, where the airport publishes them.

Security wait times

A current security estimate is not available. Check the official airport site or MyTSA before travel.

MyTSA

Official airport site TSA screening guide

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Status update: 16:04 PDT

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Sep 16, 23:04 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.

Honest verdict

Who this airport works for

Best for

Wine Country travelers who would otherwise drive SFO or OAK
Alaska, American PHX/DFW, and Southwest BUR/LAS/SAN banks without a second terminal
Travelers who can use $22 long-term parking instead of a Bay Area garage

Airportist Score

Why this score

Overall is the published weighted sum of six categories. No holistic fudge on top.

Ease of use · 25%

Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.

8.5

Comfort & amenities · 20%

Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.

7.7

Food & retail · 15%

Food and retail quality and variety.

7.6

Ground access · 15%

Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.

7.5

Reliability · 15%

Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.

7.7

Guide quick facts

From the editorial guide for STS.

Updated Sep 15, 2026

Official branding Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport (STS). Operator is the County of Sonoma. Site sonomacountyairport.org.
Official 2025 total passengers 780,637 (record vs 772,758 in 2024). FAA prelim CY 2025 rank 159 / 386,629 enplanements. Do not mix those files.
One scheduled-pax hall with Concourse A and Concourse B. Official About minimum hours 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Full guide

Explore the STS guide

Each section answers one trip question in depth.

Getting There
4 ways into the city, compared on time, cost, and luggage.
Fastest: Uber / LyftCheapest: SMART Connect + SMART train
View Getting There

Know before you go

Right now at STS

Who this airport works for

Why this score

Explore the STS guide

Getting There

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