Traveling to World's Biggest Soccer Tournament Host Cities from ONT

If the world’s biggest soccer tournament fever has you jetting off to one of the other host cities, booking your flights out of Ontario International Airport (ONT) is the smartest first move you’ll make all summer.

ONT offers direct flights to seven of the host cities: Dallas, Seattle, Houston, Atlanta, San Francisco and Guadalajara, Mexico. And of course, New York/New Jersey which is hosting the Finals.

With 48 nations vying for the gold trophy, ONT is ready to take you to all the action happening from June 11th through July 19th. Expect check-in lines that are manageable, get through the gates with ease and a welcoming environment in the terminals.

We've even caught the futbol bug, decking out our terminals near the baggage claim area with some decorative soccer gear. If you see it on your travels, make sure to take a selfie and tag us!

On Thursday, June 11th, those flying out of Terminal 2 don’t have to worry about missing any of the action. A large screen near Gate 207 will stream the game, there will also be a soccer activity and chance to grab ONT swag!

The terminals and gates will begin playing the matches on all gate TV screens whenever there is a match.

Fans who are serious about this tournament aren’t just going to one match; they’re building a full-blown serious itinerary with multiple cities and stages to follow their team.  

And ONT gives soccer fanatics the chance to follow thrilling international soccer matches wins in the group stage, the knockouts and the Semifinals without dealing with a complicated connection.

Explore these nonstop routes, parking options, group transportation and everything else you need for your summer of soccer. 

When you’re heading to the biggest soccer event of the year, you want to start the trip feeling like a fan.

ONT is the ultimate kickoff for fans chasing every match. Let’s talk direct routes because ONT can get you to the action. 

Atlanta is not only hosting several group matches, but also only one of two cities hosting a semifinals match. Catching a match in Atlanta also means the chance to see Spain, which is one of the top teams favored to win.  

All games will be played at one of the most stunning arenas of the international soccer matches, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, which is temporarily being renamed to Atlanta Stadium. Delta flies you there direct from ONT.  

You’ll want to arrive to Atlanta early to take full advantage of the 18-day fan festival to take part in various events including watch parties. 

• June 15th: Spain vs. Cabo Verde (Group H)
• June 18th: Czechia vs. South Africa (Group A)
• June 21st: Spain vs. Saudi Arabia (Group H)
• June 24th: Morocco vs. Haiti (Group C)
• June 27th: Congo DR vs. Uzbekistan (Group K)
• July 1st: Round of 32
• July 7th: Round of 16
• July 15th: Semifinal 

Dallas is hosting several group matches including Argentina and their superstar Lionel Messi in what many expect to be his final appearance in the world’s biggest soccer tournament.

The AT&T Stadium atmosphere during a knockout round match will be something you tell your grandkids about. Dallas is the other city hosting a semifinal game in the tournament. Book your flight now.

Since you won’t have tickets to every match, there’s plenty of other tournament festivities. As the saying goes, “everything is bigger in Texas,” which is why it’s no surprise their fan fest will be held in a 1-million-square-foot outdoor venue.

• June 14th: Netherlands vs. Japan (Group F)
• June 17th: England vs. Croatia (Group L)
• June 22nd: Argentina vs. Austria (Group J)
• June 25th: Japan vs. Sweden (Group F)
• June 27th: Jordan vs. Argentina (Group J)
• June 30th: Round of 32 Match
• July 3rd: Round of 32 Match
• July 6th: Round of 16 Match
• July 14th: Semifinal 

Guadalajara, Mx is a host city in Mexico and an opportunity to catch a match unlike anything else in the US.  

The city is hosting Mexico in Group stage match and die-hard soccer fanatics of El Tri will not want to miss this experience. That’s not all, Spain will also play a late group match in Mexico. Good thing Volaris operates year-round direct flights to the city from ONT.

All games will be played at Estadio Akron, but the official fan festival will be held in Plaza Liberacion, which is in downtown Guadalajara. Fans need to give themselves ample time to arrive to the stadium which is about 45 minutes away in the suburb of Zapopan. 

• June 11th: Mexico v South Africa (Group A)
• June 11th: Korea Republic v Czechia (Group A)
• June 18th: Mexico vs. South Korea (Group A)
• June 23rd: Colombia vs. DR Congo (Group K)
• June 26th: Uruguay vs. Spain (Group H) 

Houston is in the mix, too! NRG stadium will host group stage matches, and you can get there nonstop with Frontier, United and Southwest Airlines directly from ONT.

The city’s fan fest will be held in East Downtown, also known EaDO to the locals. Get a chance to immerse yourself in the local experience as the city’s fan fest celebrates local food vendors, its arts culture and music scene sprinkled in with free watch parties.

• June 14th: Germany vs. Curaçao (Group E)
• June 17th: Portugal vs. Congo DR (Group K)
• June 20th: Netherlands vs. Sweden (Group F)
• June 23rd: Portugal vs. Uzbekistan (Group K)
• June 26th: Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia (Group H)  
• June 29th: Round of 32 (1C vs. 2F)
• July 4th: Round of 16 (W73 vs. W75)

New York / New Jersey will be hosting France in group matches. France is another team with the odds in their favor to take home the trophy.  

This is also where soccer enthusiasts in Southern California can jet to the finals on July 19th in New York via our newly relaunched JetBlue non-stop daily flight. Getting to watch your team raise up the trophy in person? Priceless.

You can also join events held in fan zones across the five boroughs.

• June 13th: Brazil vs. Morocco (Group C)
• June 16th: France vs. Senegal (Group I)
• June 22nd: Norway vs. Senegal (Group I)
• June 25th: Ecuador vs. Germany (Group E)
• June 27th: Panama vs. England (Group L)
• June 30th: Round of 32
• July 5th: Round of 16
• July 19th: 2026 Final International Tournament Match 

San Francisco Bay Area group stage games and knockout match will be held at Levi’s Stadium which is in Santa Clara. Both Frontier and United airlines fly that route nonstop from ONT.

There will be more than 30 free fan zones and watch parties spread out through the city.

• June 13th: Qatar vs. Switzerland (Group B)
• June 16th: Austria vs. Jordan (Group J)
• June 19th: Paraguay vs. Turkey (Group D)
• June 22nd: Jordan vs. Algeria (Group J)
• June 25th: Paraguay vs. Australia (Group D)
• July 1st: Round of 32 Knockout Match

Seattle is where the US Men’s National Team face Australia in a group stage match. The Emerald City is a soccer town, which makes it a premier place to catch any match at Lumen Field, (if you weren’t able to snag any tickets for the US Men’s team, of course). And ONT has you covered with multiple carriers flying that route: Alaska, Delta and Frontier Airlines.

When not at a match, explore one of the many fan celebrations taking place in the city and online in what is known as the Unity Loop. The experiences will allow visitors and residents to explore local neighborhoods and what the city has to offer.  

• June 15th: Belgium vs. Egypt (Group G)
• June 19th: USA vs. Australia (Group D)
• June 24th: Bosnia-Herzegovina vs. Qatar (Group B)
• June 26th: Egypt vs. IR Iran (Group G)
• July 1st: Round of 32
• July 6th: Round of 16 

ONT is your gateway to all of it and getting to the airport has never been easier. You’ve got your flights booked to Dallas, Seattle or wherever your bracket takes you. Now let’s get you to the gate.

Think of getting to ONT as your pre-departure lounge experience: So Cal. So Easy.

Metrolink is offering expanded service all summer for the international soccer matches and travelers across Southern California can hop on a train and ride straight into ONT’s backyard. Your Metrolink ticket includes ONT Connect, a free transfer from Metrolink Rancho Cucamonga station to the airport. Consider it a seamless connection, no tight gates or missed transfers required.

Rideshare drops you right at the door. Uber, Lyft, Prime Time and Wingz all operate designated pick up and drop off zones clearly in front of the terminals. 

Driving to ONT? ONT sits just 38 miles east of Los Angeles and is easily accessible from the I-10 Freeway. Exit Archibald Avenue and turn right toward Airport Drive, follow the signs to your terminal.  

But before you go, pre-book your parking and save big. ONT is currently offering a special for the tournament. Just use promo code SOCCER to save an extra 10% on top of the regular 10% pre-book parking discount.  

To qualify, parking reservations must be booked at least seven days in advance for travel between June 8 and July 22, 2026, in Lots 3, 5 or 6. Promotion excludes Lots 2 and 4. 

Skip circling, skip hunting for an open parking space. ONT valet is now available for pre-booking.  Just let us know when you’ll depart and arrive and the team will park your vehicle and have it ready for your arrival. You focus on the match. We handle the rest. 

With ONT you’re not just catching a flight, you’re joining a global celebration. Wherever you’re headed, ONT will get you there. No red cards, no extra time. See you at the gate!