California's largest airport, LAX serves southern California and is the world's busiest origin and destination airport in addition to being a popular hub for travelers going to Pacific destinations like Hawaii, Japan and Australia. LAX has nine passenger terminals and serves nearly 60 million customers per year as well as handling close to 1.8 million tons of freight.
Los Angeles International Airport
1 World Way
Los Angeles, CA 90045
310-646-5252
lawa.org
The San Diego International Airport has three passenger terminals serving 17 million customers per year and features a number of art pieces, installations and sculptures, including a full-sized replica of the Spirit of St. Louis. Unlike many airports located far from the main cities they serve, San Diego International is located just 3 miles from downtown San Diego.
San Diego International Airport
3225 North Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92101
619-400-2404
san.org
The Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport serves northern California's largest city and the surrounding area with two terminals and three runways, two of which are 11,000 feet long. The airport completed a major improvement and expansion program in 2010, involving the construction of a new terminal, expanded parking and a technologically advanced rental-car center.
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
1701 Airport Boulevard
San Jose, CA 95110
408-277-4759
sjc.org
Fresno Yosemite International Airport serves central California and offers flights departing to destinations throughout the western and southwestern United States and to some destinations in Mexico. The airport hosts major airlines such as United and Delta as well as some smaller regional carriers. Many airlines offer lower fares for flights departing from or arriving at Fresno airport than at larger, busier airports in the state.
Fresno Yosemite International Airport
5175 E. Clinton Way
Fresno, CA 93727
559-621-4500
fresno.gov
Sacramento International Airport serves the area around California's capital city and provides a convenient arrival point for travelers planning to visit California's Napa Valley and Lake Tahoe. The airport has daily nonstop departures to all major U.S. cities and some destinations in Mexico. As of 2010, the airport is undergoing a major development program, focusing on the replacement of its B terminal.
Sacramento International Airport
6900 Airport Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95837
916-929-5411
sacairports.org
San Francisco International Airport boasts the nation's shortest passenger screening times due to its totally automated baggage screening system. The airport is conveniently connected to the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system, which can bring you to downtown San Francisco, Berkley and Oakland. Travelers using San Francisco International also have free wireless Internet access throughout the airport.
San Francisco International Airport
P.O. Box 8097
San Francisco, CA 94128
605-821-8211
flysfo.com
