The single terminal handles domestic connections and some seasonal routes, serving the entire Atlantic coast of northern Florida.
Access point to Jacksonville, the most geographically expansive city among the contiguous United States, on Florida's northern Atlantic coast.
How to get to Jacksonville International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to JAX
Parking near Jacksonville International Airport
Multi-level parking garages are located adjacent to the terminal: Hourly Garage 2 USD/30min, capped at 20 USD/day; Daily Garage 16 USD/day; Daily Surface Lot 11 USD/day; Economy Lots 6 USD/day with shuttle; Valet 28 USD/day. Off-site affiliated areas from under 4 USD/day.
How to get to Jacksonville from JAX
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Jacksonville International Airport
The terminal houses counters for all major car rental companies.
Driver's license, passport, and credit card are sufficient; an International Driving Permit is not required for short stays if the license is in Latin characters.
Hotels near Jacksonville International Airport
Airport area
a few minutes from the terminal, free shuttle; some hotels are less than a kilometre from the arrivals exit
Best for: short layovers, dawn flights or landing in the middle of the night
- Just a few minutes' transfer, free shuttle included
- Handy for very early arrivals or departures
- Several chains to choose from, prices vary
- An area of interchanges and warehouses, nothing to walk to in the evening
- More than twenty minutes from downtown, the beaches and the Mayo Clinic
Recommended hotels
- Hyatt Place Jacksonville Airport Two miles from the terminal, with a free shuttle that also covers other stops within a three-mile radius. View availability
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Airport 200 metres from the main terminal, with one of the area's most convenient free round-trip shuttles. View availability
- Hilton Garden Inn Jacksonville Airport 3.6 km from the terminal with a free shuttle on a fixed schedule, pool and gym open 24 hours. View availability
Downtown and Southbank
about 25 minutes by car or taxi from the airport; JTA bus line 1 links the terminal to downtown but takes 60-75 minutes
Best for: those working downtown or wanting the St. Johns riverfront and the Riverwalk
- On the St. Johns riverfront, walking distance to the Riverwalk and San Marco's venues
- Close to the stadium, the arena and the Prime Osborn Convention Center
- More restaurant choice than the airport area
- The direct bus from the airport is slow, a car is better
- Hotel parking is often paid
Recommended hotels
- Marriott Jacksonville Downtown River views over the St. Johns and a short walk from the stadium and arena, handy for business trips or events downtown. View availability
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Jacksonville-Downtown/Southbank Studios with a kitchen in the San Marco neighbourhood, convenient for multi-night stays near the Riverwalk. View availability
Mayo Clinic
about 30-35 minutes by car from the airport, no direct public transport link
Best for: those with an appointment or treatment at Mayo Clinic Florida
- Less than a kilometre from the hospital, useful for those there for treatment
- Free shuttle dedicated to the medical campus
- A quiet area, six miles from the beaches
- Far from downtown and the airport, you need a car for everything else
- Little to do in the evening outside the medical campus
Recommended hotels
- Hilton Jacksonville at Mayo Clinic near Beaches Right inside the Mayo Clinic campus, less than a mile from the hospital, designed for those there for an appointment. View availability
- Residence Inn by Marriott Jacksonville Mayo Clinic Area Studios with a kitchen less than a mile from the Mayo Clinic, with a free shuttle every hour from 7 to 17. View availability
Jacksonville Beach
about 40 minutes by car from the airport, no direct public transport link
Best for: those who want the sea and the beach, not just a technical stop
- Hotels right on the beach, some with ocean views from the room
- Jacksonville Beach's pier and restaurants within walking distance
- Further from the airport but convenient for those adding a few beach days
- Longer transfer than the other areas
- In summer the parking and the beach are more crowded
Recommended hotels
- Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront On the beach with two outdoor pools, full breakfast and bike rental included. View availability
- Courtyard by Marriott Jacksonville Beach Oceanfront Ocean-front rooms and an outdoor pool, about fifteen minutes from the Mayo Clinic for those combining the two. View availability
- Casa Marina Hotel & Restaurant A historic hotel with a rooftop terrace and a seafood restaurant, one minute from the Jacksonville Beach pier. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
In addition to domestic routes, the only terminal also hosts some seasonal connections.
For flights, allow 2–2.5 hours' margin before departure.
Map of Jacksonville International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Jacksonville really the largest city in the United States?
Yes, by land area it's the largest among the contiguous cities of the United States.
Q. How much does the JTA bus cost from Jacksonville Airport?
The 1 USD pilot program (February 1 - July 31, 2026) has ended: the standard 1.75 USD fare has been back in effect since August 1, 2026.
Q. Is Jacksonville Airport close to the beaches?
Yes, the Atlantic beaches are about 30-40 minutes away by car.
Q. Does the Jacksonville Skyway reach the airport?
No, the downtown automated transit system doesn't reach the airport.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights