Closest Airports to Augusta, GA: 5 Important Ones

Runway at Daniel Field

If you are visiting Augusta for the first time, knowing about the local airports can be important for your travel plans.

Augusta, GA is home to two primary airports which provide domestic flights only. Augusta Regional Airport (AGS) is the hometown airport with passenger flights to four other large airports. Daniel Field (DNL) is Augusta’s smaller airport that is primarily for private jets and several charter flights.

Flights To & FromParking Website Link & ContactReview Stats
Augusta Regional Airport-Washington, DC (DCA)

-Charlotte, NC (CLT)

-Dallas-Fort Worth, TX (DFW)

-Atlanta, GA (ATL)
– Free for 30 Minutes

– Daily Parking at $10 – $12

*Details here
Website Link

Phone: 706-798-3236
4 of 5 Stars/
1,057 Google Reviews
Daniel Field-Charter Flights Available

– Charter range: approx. 1,100 miles one way
(3 hours & 45 minutes)
– Parking at no additional chargeWebsite Link

Phone: 706-733-8970

Charter Flights: 704-289-6868
4.5 of 5 stars/28 Google Reviews

Augusta Regional Airport

Sign at Augusta Airport

Augusta Regional Airport (AGS) is the primary public airport in the Augusta, Georgia area with flights to and from Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas-Forth Worth, and Washington, DC.

Since AGS connects to four of the world’s busiest airports, you can typically reach your destination after a single layover. Delta and American Airlines are the only two airlines that operate to/from AGS.

Other information to keep in mind:

Airlines at AGS

You are limited to two options at AGS. Delta and American Airlines are the only two airlines that fly to and from AGS.

However, since Delta is based out of Atlanta, you can find other Delta flights to pretty much anywhere. This allows you to find convenient international and domestic flights without having to switch airlines (I always try to avoid multiple airlines on the same trip).

You can find these options here at Expedia. (Personally, I fly Delta based on my years of flying to and from Atlanta and Augusta).

Food at AGS – The Par 3 Bar & Grille

The Par 3 Bar & Grille is the one restaurant at AGS. While you might not expect a lot from airport food, this place has 3.5 of 5 starson Yelp and 4 of 5 Stars on TripAdvisor. Not bad at all!

For breakfast, you’ll find options like:

  • oatmeal
  • breakfast sandwiches
  • bagels
  • coffee & lattes
  • smoothies

For lunch and dinner, you can grab some:

  • burgers & hotdogs
  • sandwiches
  • tacos
  • chicken tenders

Check out the Par 3 Bar & Grille‘s full menu here.

Rental Cars

Seven different rental car agencies service Augusta’s primary airport. You can find more here on AGS’ website, or book online at Expedia.

Rides to and from Airport: Uber, Lyft, and select hotel shuttles

Both Uber and Lyft service AGS to and from the designated ride share space.

  • Uber: Estimate cost and reserve on Uber’s site here.
  • Lyft: Estimate cost and reserve here Lyft’s site

Additionally, several local hotels have shuttles for guests coming and going to AGS.

  • Baymont Inn & Suites
  • DoubleTree by Hilton
  • Fairfield Inn
  • Holiday Inn Express- Augusta West
  • Marriott Hotel & Suites
  • Partridge Inn by Hilton

Daniel Field

Small Aircraft

Daniel Field (DFH) is Augusta’s smaller airport that offers a variety of services, including charter flights for passengers to a host of locations within approximately 1,100 miles one-way.

Charter Flights – Augusta Aviation, Inc.

Depending on your budget and where you’re travelling to, taking a charter flight from Daniel Field may be worth exploring.

Destinations. According to their Charter Department, the destinations are locations within roughly a 3 hour and 45 minute flight one-way. This translates to approximately 1,100 miles.

With this distance, you can fly from Augusta to New York, southern Minnesota, the Florida Keys, and eastern Nebreska (among other places). See below map for a better picture of the distance!

Map with Radius

Aircraft. You would fly on a Beechcraft King Air C90A for your charter flight from Daniel Field. There are three of theese C90As at Daniel Field available for charter flights.

  • Seating Capacity: Maximum of 5 passengers (total capacity is 6 or 7 people)
  • More on the planes here

Costs. The price will vary, but expect to pay roughly $1,500 per one hour of flight time for a charter flight.

Other Services Provided by Daniel Field

In addition to air charter, you can find a host of other services provided at Daniel Field. These include three options for a 30-minute flight adventure!

  • Romantic Sunset Tour. This includes a beautiful view of Augusta at sunset, along with refreshments.
  • Aerial Tour of Augusta. You and two friends can go on this one!
  • Introductory Flight Lesson. Includes 30-minutes of flight time that will count towards your logged flight time.

If you’re interested in learning more, there’s also:

  • Flight Training. You can take flying lessons here and work towards a pilot’s license. Augusta Aviation has planes that students can rent as well.

For those who own aircraft, you’ll also find:

  • Aircraft Maintenance
  • Refueling
  • Rental space for your aircraft

International Airports Nearest to Augusta, GA

There are five international airports that average a 2-hour and 36-minute drive from Augusta, GA. The largest international airport close to Augusta is in Atlanta – The Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

Woman at Airport

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Drive Time from Augusta, GA: 2 hours and 30-minutes

Distance: 149 miles

Charlotte Douglas International Airport

Drive Time from Augusta, GA: 2 hours and 45 minutes

Distance: 167 miles

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport

Drive Time from Augusta, GA: 2 hours and 20-minutes

Distance: 119 miles

Charleston International Airport

Drive Time from Augusta, GA: 2 hours and 40-minutes

Distance: 143 miles

Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport

Drive Time from Augusta, GA: 2 hours and 20-minutes

Distance: 117 miles

FAQ

What airline flies out of Augusta?

There are two airlines that currently fly out of Augusta, Georgia at the Augusta Regional Airport: Delta and American Airlines.

How far is the Augusta airport from the Masters?

The Augusta Regional Airport (AGS) is 13.3 miles from the Augusta National Golf Club, which is approximately a 20 minute drive.

Daniel Field Airport is 3.7 miles from the Augusta National Golf Club or a 10-minute drive.

What airport do you fly into for Augusta?

You can fly into Augusta Regional Airport (scheduled flights) or Daniel Field (charter or private flights).

What is the closest major airport to Augusta GA?

The Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the closest major airport to Augusta, GA.

How big is the Augusta GA airport?

Augusta Regional Airport is a smaller, regional airport with one terminal and six gates.

Where is Bush Field?

Bush Field is another name for Augusta Regional Airport (AGS), which is located at 1501 Aviation Way, Augusta, GA 30906.

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