Flagship Aviation Services is proud to service 11 airports across the country that will welcome travelers from around the globe for FIFA World Cup 2026™, representing seven of the tournament’s 11 U.S. host cities and regions.
Those airports include Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Ontario International Airport (ONT), John Wayne Airport (SNA), Miami International Airport (MIA), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC), Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), and Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE).
| Host City/Region | Flagship Airport |
|---|---|
| Dallas | Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport |
| Houston | George Bush Intercontinental Airport |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles International Airport |
| Ontario International Airport | |
| John Wayne Airport (Orange County) | |
| Miami | Miami International Airport |
| New York New Jersey | John F. Kennedy International Airport |
| San Francisco Bay Area | San Francisco International Airport |
| Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport | |
| Seattle | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport |
| Seattle Paine Field International Airport |
The World Cup will take place June 11-July 19, 2026. The tournament marks the 23rd edition of the global event and will be the first to feature 48 teams competing across three host nations: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. In total, 104 matches will be played, making it the largest tournament in FIFA’s history.
Flagship is headquartered in Southlake, Texas, a suburb of Dallas – the site hosting the most matches overall. Dallas will host nine matches in total, including five group-stage games, knockout-round matches, and a semifinal on July 14. The city will also serve as home to the International Broadcast Center at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, as well as a 34-day Fan Festival at Fair Park.
Held every four years, the World Cup is expected to bring more than six million visitors to North America during the six-week tournament, as fans travel between host cities to attend matches and participate in fan experiences and events surrounding the competition.
The skies above these host cities will be exceptionally busy, with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) already announcing plans to implement special air traffic procedures at several airports to help manage increased activity.
Airports nationwide are preparing for the influx of visitors by investing in modernized infrastructure, increasing terminal capacity, and introducing technologies designed to streamline passenger processing and reduce wait times.
As a leading provider of janitorial and facility maintenance services for airports, Flagship is focused on supporting a seamless passenger experience during the tournament. On-site teams will increase cleaning frequencies, expand staffing levels, and provide support and assistance to travelers throughout the airport.
Passengers are encouraged to plan ahead by following guidance from the FAA and Transportation Security Administration (TSA), including:
- Monitoring the status of destination airports and potential delays or reroutes due to increased traffic volumes
- Reviewing TSA travel tips and security screening guidance before arriving at the airport
- Following TSA’s 3-1-1 liquids rule when packing carry-on bags
- Checking “Pack Safe” guidelines prior to flying
- Reviewing airline delay and cancellation policies through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Customer Service Dashboard
As millions of fans travel to North America for one of the world’s largest sporting events, Flagship is honored to support the airports serving as gateways to the game.
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