Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport received its name after a unanimous vote in March of 2012. Previously known as, Little Rock National Airport, LIT is located in mere miles from central Little Rock and is the state of Arkansas’s largest commercial airport. LIT offers no international flights but does service 13 major US cities with non-stop flights.
At its inception the airport was called Adams Field, after Caption George Geyer Adams, who was killed in the line of duty. Adams had served on the Little Rock City council and a member of the Arkansas National guard before his death. A 1972 renovation expanded the airport to 12-terminals and another construction project is under-way to add four more gates in a 15-year period.
American Airlines was the first airline at LIT and continues to service the area, along with Allegiant, American Eagle, Delta, Frontier, Southwest, United and US Airways. The top destinations are Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago, Houston and Denver. The airport serves 2.2 million passengers per year, employs 3,500 and operates over 100 flights a day.
Parking options include short-term, long-term, valet and even metered parking near curbside check-in and baggage claim. The airport operates a free shuttle from the long-term parking facility to the terminal. If staying over there are five hotel options to choose from including the Holiday Inn Airport, the Super 8 Little Rock North and the Comfort Inn & Suites Little Rock Airport.
John Wayne Airport SNA is an airport in Orange County, California serving the southeast metropolitan area of Los Angeles. It contains the shortest main runway in the United States. SNA Airport is the second busiest airport in the greater Los Angeles area with 9 million passengers traveling through annually. Originally started as a flying school in 1923 it eventually was purchased through a land swap by Orange County in 1939. During World War II it became part the Santa Ana Army Airfield and later was returned to the county after the war, becoming the Orange County Airport. It wasn’t until 1979, shortly after his death, the airport was renamed in honor of John Wayne.
Located just south of I-405 and west of Highway 55, John Wayne Airport offers an array of parking options including hourly, daily, short-term, long-term, garage, economy and valet. There is one main terminal (Thomas F. Riley) with 3 subsequent terminals (A, B, C) all connected by walkway. There is 13 airlines serving John Wayne International flying to several domestic and international destinations.
Dining options are bountiful at John Wayne whether its something quick like McDonald’s or something more leisurely like California Pizza Kitchen. In terms of shopping a majority of retail is newsstands and bookstores with Caterina’s specializing in snacks and chocolates.
Getting to and from John Wayne travelers can take public transit with various buses and trains, limousines, rental cars, shuttles and taxis. If staying there are 5 hotels within close proximity to the airport including Wyndham Hotel Orange County Airport Irvine, the Marriott Hotel Irvine, and the Embassy Suites Irvine.
Salt Lake International Airport SLC is a civilian/military airport serving the Salt Lake City metro area. SLC Airport is situated approximately 6.5 miles to the west of downtown Salt Lake City. Currently, the airport transports about 20 million passengers annually. The airport is the 21st busiest in the United States. The largest airline carriers at SLC are Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines.
Located just north of I-80 and to the west of I-215, SLC Airport has a variety of parking options including economy, short-term, long-term, garage and valet. Salt Lake City International Airport consists of three terminals (1, 2, International) and five concourses (A, B, C, D) with 79 gates, all connected via walkway. There are nine airlines that fly in and out of MYS serving several international and domestic locations.
At Salt Lake International Airport there is an array of quick service and full service dining options, ranging from Krispy Kreme to Vivace Cucina House. Whether it is books and magazines on your list or clothing and accessories SLC has you covered with options ranging from KSL News to No Boundaries. In terms of services there are airline clubs, currency exchanges, ATMs, shoeshine, pet relief areas, banking services, duty free and Wi-Fi.
Getting to and from SLC International Airport has never been easier with the TRAX Light Rail or bus public transit. If looking for additional modes of transport there are taxis, limousines, vans, car rentals and shuttles available. If staying over at Salt Lake International Airport there are 13 nearby hotel and motel options within two miles including the Holiday Inn Express, the Courtyard SLC Hotel and the Springhill Suites Airport.
