The single terminal handles domestic flights, with an important role for tourism to the Green Mountains in all seasons.
Gateway to Vermont, with Burlington on Lake Champlain as a base for exploring the Green Mountains.
How to get to Burlington International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to BTV
Parking near Burlington International Airport
Parking costs approximately $14/day (after first hour free), following a 16.7% rate increase effective November 10th, 2025 along with a new payment system.
How to get to Burlington from BTV
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Burlington International Airport
The major car rental companies operate with counters in the arrivals area.
Bring your driver's license, passport, and credit card; useful for exploring Vermont's Green Mountains and Lake Champlain, check winter tire requirements in winter.
Hotels near Burlington International Airport
Williston Road (airport area)
1-2 miles from the terminal along Williston Road, with a free airport shuttle included at both properties; Church Street is another 10 minutes by car.
Best for: Anyone with a dawn flight, a short stopover, or a meeting at the convention center who prefers a free shuttle to a taxi.
- Free airport shuttle included at both properties
- Free, ample parking, handy with a rental car
- A multi-lane commercial road, not very walkable in the evening
- You need the shuttle or a car to reach the lake and Church Street
Recommended hotels
- DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont About a mile from the terminal on Williston Road, next to the University of Vermont, with an indoor pool and a large conference center. View availability
- Delta Hotels by Marriott Burlington On Williston Road about 2 miles from the terminal, with a round-the-clock free airport shuttle, an indoor pool, and a gym. View availability
Church Street and the waterfront
10 minutes by car or taxi from the airport; there's no direct shuttle from the airport, so you'll need a taxi or rideshare.
Best for: Anyone who wants Church Street Marketplace, the Lake Champlain waterfront, and downtown restaurants within walking distance.
- Church Street Marketplace and the waterfront within walking distance of the area's hotels
- Views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains from several properties
- Parking is almost always paid
- Higher prices than the other two areas in the guide
Recommended hotels
- Hotel Vermont A 5-minute walk from the waterfront and Church Street, with the Juniper restaurant, free bicycles, and decor in wood and local materials. View availability
- Hilton Garden Inn Burlington Downtown A block from Church Street Marketplace, Vermont's first Hilton property, with an indoor pool and views of Lake Champlain from the upper floors. View availability
- The Harborvale, Autograph Collection On the shores of Lake Champlain, recently renovated with common areas facing the water and free bicycles for the waterfront. View availability
Hill Section (near UVM)
10-15 minutes by car or taxi from the airport; no direct shuttle, so you'll need a taxi or rideshare.
Best for: Anyone looking for an intimate stay in a historic house, near the University of Vermont and a short walk from Church Street.
- An 1881 residence with period furnishings, in a leafy residential neighborhood
- A few minutes' walk from the University of Vermont and Church Street
- Only 14 rooms: they sell out quickly on weekends
- No round-the-clock front desk or room service, typical of a B&B
Recommended hotels
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Terminal guide
A single terminal handles all domestic flights at the airport.
For flights, allow 2-2.5 hours advance time before departure.
Map of Burlington International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Does Green Mountain Transit still serve Burlington Airport?
No, the direct connection is now run by Vermont Translines with Line 7; GMT's Line 1 still stops within a short walk on Kennedy Drive.
Q. How much does the bus to Burlington Airport cost?
Just 1 USD on Vermont Translines' Line 7.
Q. Do hotel prices in Burlington rise in autumn?
Yes, during the foliage season, when Vermont's autumn colors attract many visitors.
Q. Is Burlington Airport a good starting point for the Green Mountains?
Yes, and also for Lake Champlain, both easily reachable by car.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights