Southwest Georgia Regional Airport in Albany is located approximately 3.8 miles from downtown.
Gateway to Albany, Georgia, a city on the Flint River known for its role in the history of the Civil Rights Movement.
How to get to Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to ABY
Parking near Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
Long-term parking costs 10 USD/day; short-term covered parking offers 60 minutes free, then 3 USD/hour up to a maximum of 12 USD/day; valet service is also available at 20 USD/day.
How to get to Albany (GA) from ABY
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
Major car rental companies are represented in the arrivals area.
A driver's license, passport, and credit card in the holder's name are sufficient; for a brief stay, those with a license in Latin characters do not need an IDP.
Hotels near Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
Airport Area (Dawson Road)
about 7 km from the terminal (10 minutes by car); the hotel offers its own round-the-clock free shuttle
Best for: those who want the shortest distance from the terminal and a free shuttle already included
- round-the-clock free airport shuttle
- the shortest distance among the options available in Albany
- a residential area, with little else nearby in the evening
- no public transport: outside the shuttle you need a car
Recommended hotels
Albany Mall Area
about 10 km from the terminal (12-15 minutes by car or taxi, there's no public transport)
Best for: those traveling for work or who want stores and restaurants within easy reach without staying downtown
- a few minutes' walk from the Albany Mall shopping center
- more choice of hotel chains than the rest of the city
- a commercial area along the highway, not very walkable in the evening
- farther from the historic riverside center
Recommended hotels
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albany a mile from Albany Mall, with breakfast included and an outdoor pool, a good base for business stays View availability
- Hampton Inn & Suites Albany at Albany Mall a five-minute walk from the shopping center, with hot breakfast included in the price View availability
Downtown
about 18 km from the terminal (18-20 minutes by car or taxi, the area farthest from the airport)
Best for: those who want to stay within walking distance of restaurants, the Flint riverfront and the city's museums
- on the Flint River, within walking distance of Ray Charles Plaza and the city museums
- more life in the evening among restaurants and venues
- the greatest distance from the terminal among the city's areas
- more limited parking than in the commercial areas
Recommended hotels
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Terminal guide
The terminal, not large, covers a limited number of domestic routes.
It is advisable to arrive at the airport 2 hours before your flight.
Map of Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Does Albany, Georgia's airport have direct connections to major cities?
They are limited, mainly to regional hubs like Atlanta: most destinations require a connection.
Q. Does Albany, GA have a historic role in civil rights?
Yes, the so-called Albany Movement was one of the first large-scale campaigns of the American civil rights movement.
Q. Is there frequent public transport to the airport?
The Albany Transit System operates a few stops in the area, but service is not particularly frequent: check the current schedules.
Q. Are there shuttles to other cities from Albany Airport?
Yes, Groome Transportation offers scheduled connections to other destinations in the area.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights