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Palo Alto Airport of Santa Clara County (PAO) Airport Guide

Palo Alto, United States · KPAO

Palo Alto Airport of Santa Clara County (PAO/KPAO) is an airport serving Palo Alto, United States, in North America.

This page covers the practical essentials for PAO — getting to and from the airport, lounges and WiFi, transit and visa considerations, hotels nearby, and what to do if you have a layover here.

Lounges

Lounge availability at Palo Alto Airport of Santa Clara County varies by terminal. Independent lounges (often accessible via Priority Pass or pay-in) and airline lounges are common at airports of this size — check your terminal on arrival.

WiFi

Free WiFi is offered at most major airports. Look for the official PAO network on arrival; coverage and time limits can vary by terminal.

Airlines

A range of domestic and international carriers serve Palo Alto Airport of Santa Clara County. Check your airline for its terminal and check-in details, as assignments can change.

Getting to & from PAO

Taxi & rideshare: Metered taxis and ride-hailing serve Palo Alto Airport of Santa Clara County and reach central Palo Alto directly.
Public transport: Many airports offer bus or rail links into Palo Alto; check the official airport site for current routes and fares.

Transit & visa requirements

  • Whether you need a transit visa for PAO depends on your nationality, your routing, and whether you must clear immigration to change flights.
  • Always verify current United States transit and entry requirements with official government sources before you travel.

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Hotels near PAO

Need a room near the airport for an early departure or a long layover?

Things to do during a layover

Got time between flights? See our dedicated PAO layover guide. In short:

Short layover (under 3 hours)

Stay airside at Palo Alto Airport of Santa Clara County. Clear security to your connection early, then find a lounge or quiet seating area near your departure gate.

Medium layover (3–6 hours)

Enough time to relax in a lounge, eat a proper meal and explore the terminal’s shops and amenities without rushing your connection.

Long layover (6+ hours) — consider visiting Palo Alto

With a long layover you may have time to leave the airport and see Palo Alto, provided your nationality and routing allow you to clear immigration. Confirm transit visa rules first, and leave a generous buffer to return.

PAO — Frequently Asked Questions

Palo Alto Airport of Santa Clara County (PAO) serves Palo Alto, United States.

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