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Guide to Ted Stevens Anchorage Airport

Falling just outside the top 50 busiest airports in America, Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) serves around five million passengers each year, over half of which travel with Alaska Airlines. The largest airport in Alaska, ANC is the fifth largest airport in the world and the second in the USA in terms of cargo throughput. It serves destinations in the USA, Canada, Germany, Iceland and Russia and is envisaged to be a future connection point for air traffic to the Russian Far East. ANC also sees a large quantity of seasonal flights, and passenger traffic can be seen to double in the summer months.

Location of Ted Stevens Anchorage Airport

Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport sits six miles (ten kilometers) southwest of downtown Anchorage. Located in the south of Alaska it is equidistant from New York and Tokyo, and within nine and a half hours of 90 per cent of the industrialized world.

If you want to reach downtown Anchorage there are a variety of transport options available. Taxis are available on the Commercial Curbside of the North Terminal and the Ground Transportation Island outside the South Terminal and the journey takes around 15 minutes. An alternative method is on the People Mover Bus route 7 which provides a service seven days a week and takes around 30 minutes.

Many airports provide a free shuttle service and there are also local companies providing shared rides to anywhere in the metropolitan area. For those taking cruises during the summer months, the train depot in the airport operates transporting cruise passengers to Seward or Wittier.

History of Ted Stevens Anchorage Airport

Built in 1951 as Anchorage International Airport, it soon became the ‘Air Crossroads of the World’. Due to Soviet and Chinese airspace being out of bounds, ANC became the stopover for passengers flying between Europe and Asia. Although this ceased in the early 1990s Anchorage underwent renovation and expansion throughout the next decades. Renamed in 2000 to honor the US Senator Ted Stevens, it now provides over 40 airline carriers serving more than 20 passenger destinations.

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Airport facilities

Anchorage International Airport offers 16 retail outlets and half a dozen food and drink options, of which most are located in the South Terminal. The selection of restaurants, shops and art exhibitions on offer are all designed to give you an introduction to Alaskan culture. You can pick up some last minute Alaskan souvenirs, try some famous Alaskan fresh fish, or have some locally brewed ale and, if you still have time to kill, you can take a trip to the ground level to see some Alaskan art.

Should you have any special requirements as you pass through ANC airport it’s advisable to contact customer services before your arrival on +1 (907) 266-2657. If you are at the airport and need assistance there are Visitor Information Centers located in the South Terminal on Level 1, Concourse C, behind the escalators and in the North Terminal in the lobby.

• Short-stay parking

• Long-stay parking

• Car valeting

• Transfers

• Information desks

• Shopping

• High-street brands

• Newsagents

• Duty free

• Coffee shops

• Food

• Breakfast

• Fast food

• Cafés

• Drinks

• Bars

• Coffee shops

• Barber shop

• Toilets

• Disabled access

• Baby-changing facilities

• Nursery

• Airport lounge

• Trolleys

• Pet relief areas

• Baggage and freezer storage

• Hotels

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Ted Stevens Anchorage Airport hotel and parking

For those flying early in the morning or arriving late in the evening you might want to consider booking a hotel and parking package. Start your journey with a night in a hotel, have your car safely parked for the duration of your trip and remove the hassle of driving to the airport.

Although there isn’t an on-site hotel at ANC there are various hotels to choose from, all within close range of the airport, so you’ll be there in no time. You can choose from top of the range hotels, for a night of luxury, to budget offers where you get a good night’s sleep without burning a hole in your holiday budget. Here is a selection of a few of the options available:

Just four and a half miles (7.2 kilometers) from ANC you can stay in the Hampton Inn by Hilton. With free WiFi and breakfast, an indoor heated pool and a free shuttle service to the airport, this hotel offers a little luxury before your trip.

For the ultimate relaxing experience stay at the Lakefront Anchorage, set on the shore of Lake Spenard, you can gaze at the floatplanes landing and taking off or take a trip to their restaurant serving Alaskan king crabs and Alaskan Amber. Located at under two and a half miles (3.7 kilometers) from Anchorage Airport you’ll be there in minutes on the day of your travel.

A less pricey option is the Guest House Inn and Suites Anchorage, located in downtown Anchorage seven miles (11.2 kilometers) from ANC airport, it offers modern amenities without breaking the bank. With free breakfast and less than a 20 minute ride to the airport on the free shuttle bus you can start your trip relaxed and ready for the journey ahead.

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Top things to do in Ted Stevens Anchorage Airport

Alaskan art

To take in some Alaskan culture you don’t even need to leave the airport thanks to the Alaska Native Art Displays throughout ANC. Take a walk along the Mezzanine in Concourse C and, for light-sensitive pieces, the Northern Lights Corridor to see pieces from Alaska’s finest carvers, artists and historians.

The Alaska Sports Hall of Fame

Located inside the airport, the Alaska Sports Hall of Fame gives you the opportunity to learn about athletes, coaches and historic events that changed the sporting world in Alaska. Designed to honor the rich tradition the state has in sports, it includes the greats from dogsled racing to mountaineering. Visit the hall situated next to the parking garage entrance of the South Terminal or from Level 1 using the escalator in front of Bag Claim 5.

Lounge around

Buy a day pass for the Alaska Lounge in the South Terminal Concourse C, near Gate C1, and kick back and relax before your flight. Open from 5am to 1:30am everyday enjoy the free drinks, internet, newspapers and magazines, all in an air conditioned home-from-home environment.

A taste of Alaska

Straddling landside and airside you’ll find the Norton Sound Seafood House for a real taste of Alaska. Try the salmon, halibut or king crab caught off the coast of Alaska for your seafood fix before heading off on your trip.

Pre-flight tipple

For an Alaskan brewed beer, visit the Silver Gulch Brewing & Bottling Co. where they offer year round signature and specialty brews with over 12 to choose from. If you’re hungry why not order a hand-crafted pizza and, if you’re short of souvenirs, visit the on-site shop for Alaskan made spirits, beers and wines.

Massage away any pre-flight stress

Located just after the hallway in Concourse B, on the opposite side from security, you’ll find the Northern Lights Spa. Whether you want to unwind with a massage or pamper yourself with a manicure, the spa offers an oasis amid the hustle and bustle of the airport. You can even treat yourself to a new look in their full service salon.

Euphony

Visit Carther’s nine towers of glass in the Grand Foyer, between Baggage Claim Wings. The famous glass artist has used 42 meters of glass to create towers that reach up to eight meters at their highest point. The incredible series of panels represent Alaska´s stunning landscape of mountains and glaciers.

Local souvenirs

If you still have some last minute gifts to buy call in to Sourdough Mercantile for some truly Alaskan souvenirs. Living up to its namesake (Sourdough means an expert on Alaska or someone who has lived there a long time) it sells everything Alaskan, from miniature vials of gold to hand carved totem poles, all made by local artists. It’s located at the head of Concourse C.

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Top things to do near Ted Stevens Anchorage Airport

Alaska Native Heritage Center

For those interested in learning about the unique Alaskan cultures, the Native Heritage Center sits just 12 miles (19 kilometers) from Anchorage Airport. With a performance hall where natives tell stories, play games and dance, traditional dwellings with tours by native guides and a gallery, it is an interesting and educational experience for all the family.

Alaska Aviation Museum

You don’t even have to get in to your car to visit the Alaska Aviation Museum, at just half a mile (0.8 kilometers) you can walk from ANC airport and take in the 25 restored airplanes and wide collection of memorabilia. Located on the shores of Lake Hood, the world’s busiest floatplane lake, you can do a bit of plane-spotting while you are there.

Tony Knowles Coastal Trail

The Tony Knowles Coastal trail is ideal for those who want to take in the natural beauty of Alaska and stretch their legs. You can walk, cycle, run or rollerblade the 11 mile (18 kilometer) trail in summer and in winter you can even ski it. It starts just three miles (four and a half kilometers) from the airport and finishes at Kincaid Park. The trail is easy to follow and suitable for all the family.

Alaska Zoo

To experience native Arctic wildlife take the ten mile (16 kilometers) trip to the Alaska Zoo. Set in 30 acres it is home to a wide variety of native wildlife species from bears to snow leopards and it even has a small collection of exotic animals. There’s a free shuttle bus that runs to and from downtown in the summer months and for those who want to get that bit closer, booking in advance you can have a special encounters tour where you see the animals in a behind-the-scenes setting.

Anchorage Museum

Not your average museum, the Anchorage Museum offers hours of entertainment for adults and children alike. Famous for it’s Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center with more than 600 Alaska Native objects, it’s exhibits are surrounded by videos showing Native life. There’s also a Listening Space to hear storytellers, the Imaginarium Discovery Center for children, and numerous traveling exhibitions.

Chugach State Park

For outdoor enthusiasts Chugach State Park, the third largest in the USA, is just a 20 minute drive from ANC airport. The 700 square mile (over 1800 square kilometer) terrain is home to a variety of species from wolves to moose. You can spend the day trekking, kayaking, biking, rafting, climbing , fishing or simply exploring the breathtaking mountains, rivers, glaciers and lakes in this untouched part of Alaska.

Anchorage Market and Festival

What started out as a small local market in 1992 has now converted into a meeting point for over 300 vendors selling clothes, food, crafts and providing live entertainment. If you have children be sure to call in at the kids’ market where your little ones can buy goods made by other children. Open from May to September Saturdays and Sundays from 10am, it’s less than a 25 minute drive from Anchorage Airport.

Kincaid Park

At only a 15 minute drive from ANC aiport you can escape city life without leaving the city. With stunning views of the surrounding mountains and an incredible array of Alaskan wildlife it really is a fantastic place to get rid of any of that travel induced stress. Whether you want to adventure through the wilderness or have a leisurely day out Kencaid Park is the perfect urban escape.

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Which terminal?

Anchorage International Airport consists of two passenger terminals; the North Terminal, serving mainly international destinations, and South Terminal concourses A, B and C, serving mainly domestic destinations.

Should you need to travel between the two terminals there is an inter-terminal walkway landside, at the baggage level, and a free shuttle bus airside that runs on request.

The airlines currently offering public flights to and from Ted Stevens Anchorage Airport can be found on the Ted Stevens Anchorage Airport website.

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How to get to Ted Stevens Anchorage Airport

Car

Anchorage International Airport is located in southern Alaska and you can navigate there via the ZIP code AK 99502. From the north: drive south on the Glenn Highway to Anchorage, this turns into 5th Avenue which ends at ‘L’ Street where you need to turn left. This becomes Minnesota Dive, take a right onto International Airport Road leading to the airport. From the south: drive north on Seward Highway and exit at the O’Malley interchange where you turn left on O’Malley Road. This turns into Minnesota Drive where you exit left onto International Airport Road which takes you to the airport.

Bus

ANC is served by a regular bus service, the People Mover Bus, route 7. This operates every 30 to 60 minutes depending on the time and day. The service runs from the Downtown Transit Center to the Anchorage Airport South Terminal. You can buy a pass in advance at the Transit Center or pay as you board the bus. If you want to check the routes and timetables, you can do so by clicking here.

Shared ride and private hires

There are a number of shuttle providers offering services to and from Anchorage Airport. To see a list of providers and the services they offer click here.

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Useful tips

Arrive two hours before your flight

Though passengers have noted the lack of delays and the speed with which you pass through security, ANC airport advise arriving two hours prior to your departure time. They also recommend checking your flight status before setting off to the airport. If checking in doesn’t take as long as expected and you find yourself with time on your hands you won’t be bored, the airport has an array of stuffed animals, from a 400 pound (180 kilogram) halibut to a grizzly bear, and if that’s not enough the wide variety of Alaskan cuisine, shops and art will keep you busy.

Be prepared for security procedures

Anchorage Airport is known for its tight security procedures so it’s advisable to check the TSA website to see what you are allowed to take in your hand luggage. The airport also advises passengers to wrap gifts after arrival as they may need to be unwrapped for screening.

Fast, free pick-ups

For those collecting passengers use the cell phone lot where you can wait for arrivals before heading to the terminal to collect. Just a few minutes drive from both terminals you need to take a right at the Aviation Avenue Exit off International Airport Road. While you are parked you must stay with your vehicle at all times.

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Ted Stevens Anchorage Airport FAQs

Can you park tall vehicle at Anchorage airport?

Anchorage airport parking lot can accept vehicles for parking that are up to 7 ft high and 25 ft length maximum.

How much to park at Anchorage airport?

There is no charge for the first 30 minutes of parking at Anchorage airport. At the South terminal parking lot, the maximum weekly charge is $96. There is a maximum of a $78 charge for North terminal parking, and for Long term parking the maximum rate is also $78. Park and Ride comes in slightly cheaper at $40 for weekly parking.

How to parking at Anchorage airport?

Parking at Anchorage airport is fairly simple as all car lots are within the same part of the airport. When arriving at the airport from West International Airport Road, take the turn off for Postmark Drive and follow the signage to the car park you have pre-booked.

Does ANC airport have a USO?

The Atwood Military Lounge is open to military personnel and their families, serving food and drinks and providing a playroom for children. The lounge, located in the South Terminal on Level 1 behind the escalators, is open every day from 8am to midnight and military I.D. must be shown on entry.

How far is Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport from downtown?

ANC is just six miles (9.5 kilometers) south west of downtown Anchorage, which is easily accessible by various means of transport. You can take the 15 minute trip by car, airport shuttle or shared ride. If you don’t mind a journey time of around 30 minutes you can also take the People Mover Bus, route 7, which runs every 30 to 60 minutes.

How big is Anchorage Airport?

ANC airport is the largest airport in Alaska, serving five million passengers a year it is described as easy to navigate. Due to its size it qualifies as a medium hub airport coming in at around the 56th busiest in the USA in terms of total passenger traffic. Anchorage Airport has gained the most fame for cargo traffic, being the second busiest in the USA. In terms of land mass it covers 4,608 acres making it the 31st in size in the USA.

How far is ANC from Seward Port?

Anchorage Airport is 126 miles (203 kilometers) from Seward Port and the journey there is one of the most scenic routes in Alaska. Both rail and road offer a fantastic opportunity to take in the stunning scenery. Driving takes around two and a half hours and you can take a coach or rent a car directly from the airport. A popular way to travel is on the Alaska Railroad, taking just over four hours you can relax in the historic rail cars but bear in mind there is only one departure at 6:45am each day.

Is Anchorage Airport open 24 hours?

ANC is open 24 hours a day all year round, though this doesn’t mean that all services and amenities are also open. Many restaurants and shops close between 12pm and 1:30am and open around 5am. The only eating and drinking options open 24 hours a day are McDonald's and Starbucks, so if you are planning on staying over night you may want to stock up on supplies in advance.

Where is ANC airport?

Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is located six miles (9.5 kilometers) south west of downtown Anchorage, in the AK 99502 ZIP code area. From downtown it can be reached in under 15 minutes by road. Anchorage sits in the south central section of Alaska and due to it’s position in the north west extremity of North America, the airport has been an important location for refueling stops for international flights.