Fly to Branson
Flying to Branson from anywhere in the United States is easy with several nearby airports offering expanded commercial service.
Branson Airport, which opened in 2009 and provides low-cost flights to Branson, is the most convenient airport in the area. Low-cost fares are also available on several airlines flying into Springfield-Branson National Airport, just 50 miles north of Branson. Whether arriving by air or by ground, Branson/Lakes Area is a great family vacation value!
Branson Airport (BKG)
- 10 miles south of Branson
- Nestled in the scenic Ozark Mountains, Branson Airport (served by Sun Country Airlines) has been welcoming travelers since 2009. In over 11 years of operation, the Airport, along with our Airline Partners, have carried well over one million travelers and created millions of dollars of economic benefit to the Branson Tri-Lakes region.
- Ever since welcoming its first flight, Branson Airport has been managed and staffed by a team of air travel professionals, each one committed to the comfort, safety and convenience of our guests.
- Branson Airport, owned by Taney County and leased to Branson Regional Airport Transportation Development District, is operated by Branson Airport, LLC.
Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF)
- 50 miles north of Branson
- The Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) is served by a variety of airlines, including Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta and United, making it an easy destination for travelers from around the country. Springfield-Branson National Airport is roughly 50 miles north of Branson (a 45-60-minute drive, depending on time of day and driving conditions).
- Springfield-Branson National Airport opened its new 275,000 sq. ft., $117 million Midfield Terminal in 2009. The new terminal replaces the old facility on Kearney Street. The new facility has 10 airline gates and room to add 50 more, if needed. Accessibility has been improved as well: flyers can walk from their car to their airplane without climbing a single stair.
- For more information, visit www.flyspringfield.com or call 417-868-0500.
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA)
- 98 miles SW of Branson
- The Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) is another major area airport facility that opened in 1998. The airport serves primarily the Northwest Arkansas cities of Bentonville, Fayetteville, Rogers, Siloam Springs and Springdale, but it's also less than two hours from the Branson/Lakes Area. The airport is served by flights on American Airlines, Delta, United, and Allegiant Air.
- The airport's location also makes it convenient for visitors who also want to visit Eureka Springs, Ark. on their way to Branson, or the Joplin, Mo., area.
- For more information, visit www.flyxna.com or call 479-205-1000.
Boone County Regional Airport (HRO)
- 32 miles south of Branson
- Situated in Harrison, Ark., and just 30 minutes from the Branson/Lakes Area, Boone County Regional Airport gives regional fliers and corporate executives another convenient flying option.
- The four-lane expansion of U.S. 65 between Branson and Harrison was completed in 2009, and this airport is an easy drive from Branson. The airport is also a short drive from Eureka Springs, Ark., Bull Shoals Lake and the Buffalo National River. Daily flights from Kansas City and Memphis on Seaport Airlines.
- For more information, visit www.boonecountyairport.com or call 870-741-6954.
Flying Privately into Branson
Whether you're flying your personal aircraft to Branson, chartering a flight into the area or renting an aircraft when you get here, the area's airfields and flying services are ready to make your trip easy and enjoyable.
If you're planning to charter a flight to Branson or plan to fly here in your own personal aircraft, the Branson/Lakes Area also has a number of general aviation airfields. Most facilities support prop, rotor and jet aircraft.
M. Graham Clark Field/Taney County Airport (KPLK)
- 1 mile south of Branson
- www.flyplk.com
- 3,739 x 100 ft runway
- Elevation: 940 ft
- Sectional Chart: Kansas City
- Kansas City Center ATC
- Columbia Flight Service Station
P.O. Box 1194
Branson, MO 65615
Phone: 417-332-1848 - Car rental available through Avis
- Contact the airport for shuttle, taxi and limo information.
Branson West Airport and Jet Center (KFWB)
- 8 miles west of Branson
- http://www.cityofbransonwest.com/airport.html
- http://bransonwestjetcenter.com
- 5,000 x 75 ft runway
- Elevation: 1348 ft
- Sectional Chart: Kansas City
- Kansas City Center ATC
- Columbia Flight Service Station
- 393 Aero Drive
Branson West, MO 65737
Phone: 417-272-3921 - Contact the airport for shuttle, taxi and limo information.
Branson Airport and Branson Jet Center (KBBG)
- 10 miles south of Branson
- http://www.bransonjetcenter.com/
- 7140 x 150 ft runway
- Elevation: 1302 ft
- Sectional Chart: Kansas City
- Kansas City Center ATC
- Columbia Flight Service Station
4000 Branson Airport Blvd
Hollister, MO 65672
Phone: 417-334-7813 - Car rental available through Enterprise
- Contact the airport for shuttle, taxi and limo information.
Boone County Regional Airport (KHRO)
- 32 miles south of Branson
- http://www.boonecountyairport.com
- 6161 x 150 ft runway
- Elevation: 1365 ft
- Sectional Chart: Kansas City
- Memphis Center ATC
- Jonesboro Flight Service Station
P.O. Box 1114
Harrison, AR 72601
Phone: 870-741-6954 - Car rental availble through Hertz
Springfield-Branson National Airport (KSGF)
- 50 miles north of Branson
- http://www.flyspringfield.com
- Runway 14/32: 8000 x 150 ft
- Runway 2/20: 7003 x 150 ft
- Elevation: 1268 ft
- Sectional Chart: Kansas City
- Kansas City Center ATC
- Columbia Flight Service Station
5000 W. Kearney, Suite 15
Springfield MO 65803
Phone: 417-869-1990 - Car rental available through Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National
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