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Jackson International Airport

Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN)

Location

The airport is five miles (8km) from Jackson city.

Getting to the city

Transport to the city is available outside the baggage claim area on Terminal level 1. Taxis are available for transport to Jackson city centre and surrounding areas. Shuttle van companies also provide shared door-to-door services and should ideally be booked in advance.

Time

GMT -6 (GMT -5 from March to November).

Contacts

Tel: +1 601 939 5631.

Car rental

Car hire companies represented at the airport include Avis, Budget, Hertz and National. All have desks in Arrivals.

Airport Taxis

Taxis are undoubtedly the most convenient way to travel from the airport into downtown Jackson. Simply hail a taxi outside of the Arrivals hall; the meter should be turned on for the duration of the journey.

Facilities

The airport has ATMs, shops, bars and restaurants. Disabled facilities are good, those with special requirements should inform their airline in advance. A Disabled Passenger Shuttle Service is available 24 hours a day to transport those with special needs around the airport.

Parking

Long and short-term parking is available.

Departure Tax

None.

Website

www.jmaa.com


Jackson International Airport Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.