Airport WiFi Speed Rankings: Fastest and Slowest

Airport WiFi Speed Rankings

Business travelers and remote workers need reliable WiFi. Here’s how major US airports compare.

Traveler using laptop at airport
Working at the airport – Photo: Unsplash

Fastest Airport WiFi

SJC (San Jose): Averages 50+ Mbps. Tech hub delivers tech-quality connectivity.

SFO (San Francisco): Consistent 40+ Mbps across all terminals.

SEA (Seattle): Strong performance at 35+ Mbps with free unlimited access.

Moderate Speeds

DEN, LAX, JFK: Typical speeds of 15-25 Mbps. Adequate for video calls and streaming.

Slower Connections

ATL, ORD: High passenger volume sometimes slows speeds to 5-10 Mbps during peak times.

Pro Tip

Lounge WiFi typically offers faster, more reliable connections than public terminal networks.

Marcus Chen

Marcus Chen

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Marine journalist with 15 years covering the boating industry. Former sailboat captain and certified yacht broker.

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