Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) Airport
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Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) Airport MGM

United States

The single terminal handles domestic flights to major cities in the southern United States.

Gateway to Montgomery, capital of Alabama and a key city in the history of the American civil rights movement.

Content verified on 06/09/2026
Official source: www.flymgm.com

How to get to Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) Airport

Montgomery downtown is several km from the airport: the transfer via The M: Micro Transit takes approximately 15-20 minutes, by reservation.

By Car

Travelers arriving by car reach downtown Montgomery in approximately 10-15 minutes, traffic permitting.

By Train

There is no railway station at the airport: Montgomery does not have an urban rail network.

By Bus

The M: Micro Transit, an on-demand public transit service by reservation (not a fixed-schedule line), connects the airport to downtown hotels; fare $1.50 USD per trip.
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Tips The M: Micro Transit requires point-to-point reservations: arrange your transfer in advance through the dedicated app instead of expecting a fixed stop with regular schedules.

Average travel time to MGM

TrainNot available (Montgomery has no urban rail network)
Shuttle bus15-20 min (1.50 USD, The M: Micro Transit, by reservation)
Taxi / Private hire10-15 minutes (15-25 USD)

Parking near Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) Airport

The multi-level parking adjacent to the terminal costs approximately 10-18 USD per day.

How to get to Montgomery from MGM

By Train

The airport has no train station.

By Bus

The M: Micro Transit connects the airport to downtown hotels by reservation; fare 1.50 USD.

By Taxi

A taxi is available outside baggage claim during airport operating hours; Uber and Lyft are both available, with a rough cost of 15-25 USD for the city center (plus tip 15-20%).

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Car rental at Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) Airport

Major car rental companies have a desk in the arrivals area.

A driver's license, passport and credit card are sufficient; an IDP is not required for short stays if your license is in Latin characters.

 

Hotels near Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) Airport

The airport is 7 miles from downtown Montgomery, with no direct train or bus: travelers with a dawn flight or a short layover find hotels 5 minutes from the terminals along Folmar Parkway. The historic center, on the Alabama River, instead gathers the city's most polished hotels, near the Legacy Museum and the Capitol, 15-20 minutes by car. Those traveling for business find another hotel area at EastChase, the commercial district east of the city, but it's the farthest from the airport of the three.
Airport area

Airport area (Folmar Parkway)

5 minutes by car or hotel shuttle from the terminals, along Folmar Parkway next to exit 164 of I-65.

Best for: A dawn flight, a late arrival or a short layover, staying just steps from the terminals.

Pros
  • 5 minutes from the terminals, handy for early or late flights
  • Free shuttle to the airport in many hotels
Cons
  • An area of highway interchanges, nothing to do on foot in the evening
  • For the historic center you still need 15-20 minutes by car
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City centre

Historic center (along the Alabama River)

15-20 minutes by car or taxi from the airport, no direct train or bus connection.

Best for: Travelers who want the Legacy Museum, the Capitol and the riverfront within walking distance and don't have a very early flight.

Pros
  • Legacy Museum, the Capitol and Riverfront Park within walking distance
  • Historic hotels and restaurants open in the evening, unlike the airport area
Cons
  • A longer transfer from the airport than the airport area
  • Parking is often paid at downtown hotels
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Neighbourhood

EastChase

About 22-25 minutes by car from the airport, the longest among the areas in this guide.

Best for: Business commitments at EastChase, or wanting to stay close to the district's shops and restaurants, accepting a longer transfer from the airport.

Pros
  • EastChase's shops, restaurants and cinema just minutes on foot from the hotels
  • More recent branded hotels than the airport area
Cons
  • The transfer from the airport is longer than from the other areas
  • A car is needed to go downtown or back to the terminals
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Airport services

The airport serves Montgomery, capital of Alabama, with domestic connections.

Shopping & Duty Free

The duty-free area features typical Southern products and luxury items.

Lounges & relaxation

Business traveler amenities are limited to essential services only.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

The free Wi-Fi network covers the entire terminal, as does the signal from major American cellular providers.

Families & Children

Minimal but concrete assistance is provided for families traveling with children.

Terminal guide

The terminal is single and serves exclusively domestic routes.

To avoid surprises, it's better to arrive 2 hours early for flights.

Map of Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) Airport

Map of Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is The M: Micro Transit in Montgomery?

An on-demand, book-ahead public transport service connecting the airport to downtown hotels for $1.50 a ride.

Q. Is Montgomery Airport close to the Rosa Parks Museum?

Yes, the museum dedicated to the civil rights icon is located downtown, reachable in 10-20 minutes.

Q. Is there a fixed taxi stand at Montgomery Airport?

Yes, available outside baggage claim during airport opening hours, in addition to Uber and Lyft.

Q. Do some hotels offer shuttles from the airport?

Yes, some offer an on-request shuttle service, to be arranged when booking.

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