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Pensacola International Airport (PNS) – Pensacola, Florida, USA

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Pensacola International Airport is located 3 miles southwest of downtown Pensacola, adjacent to U.S. Highway 98.

The single terminal at PNS has East and West concourses connected by a central lobby. Amenities include:

Check-In & Ticketing counters for Allegiant Air, American Eagle, Delta Connection, Southwest, and United Express.
Shared baggage claim area with multiple carousels on Level 1.
Airport Information Desk and Lost & Found located landside near baggage claim.
Restrooms, family restrooms, and nursing rooms adjacent to the lobby.
Free Wi-Fi and charging stations throughout the terminal and concourses.
Coffee & Snacks:
- Java and Juice Café – Near central lobby seating.
- Hudson News – Travel essentials near security entrance.
Car Rental Counters (Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Alamo) located in the lobby; vehicles parked in adjacent lot.

Gate 1: Allegiant Air flights to leisure destinations.
Gate 2: American Eagle flights to Charlotte and Dallas/Fort Worth.
Gate 3: Delta Connection flights to Atlanta.
Gate 4: Southwest flights to Atlanta and Tampa.
Dining & Retail:
- Kickin’ Crab – Seafood and sandwiches near Gate 2.
Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms, and family facilities throughout.
Pet Relief Areas: Indoor station near Gate 1 and outdoor relief adjacent to East Concourse entrance.

Gate 5: United Express flights to Houston and Chicago.
Gates 6–7: Reserved for seasonal charters and overflow.
Gate 8: Occasional general aviation charters and cargo operations.
Dining & Retail:
- Village Inn Grill – Burgers and local fare near Gate 5.
Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms, and family facilities throughout.
Pet Relief Areas: Indoor station near Gate 5 and outdoor relief adjacent to West Concourse entrance.

Runway 18/36: 10,012 ft × 150 ft, concrete – Primary runway handling commercial, cargo, and general aviation operations; equipped with ILS, PAPI, and high-intensity runway lights.
Runway 09/27: 8,000 ft × 150 ft, concrete – Secondary runway for general aviation and regional flights; RNAV (GPS) and PAPI available.
General Aviation FBOs:
- Pensacola Jet Center – Full-service fuel (Jet A, Avgas), hangars, tie-downs, maintenance, and pilot lounge with weather briefing facilities.
- Atlantic Aviation – Executive terminal services, fueling, hangar rental, and pilot amenities.
Cargo Facilities: Ramp area serving FedEx Feeder and UPS operations, with handling equipment for regional freight.
Maintenance & Repair: On-field MRO providers offering line maintenance, avionics, and airframe services for commercial and GA aircraft.
Noise Abatement: Continuous descent approach procedures and preferential runway use to minimize noise over neighborhoods.

Pensacola Bay Transit (Green BRT): Route 41 connects PNS to downtown Pensacola and University Commons—check schedules at green-line.com.
Taxi & Rideshare:
- Taxi stand located curbside outside the arrivals level.
- Rideshare (Uber, Lyft) pickups at designated zone near baggage claim—follow signage.
Shuttle Services:
- Mears Connect and SuperShuttle offer shared-ride service to beachfront resorts and downtown Pensacola—reserve in advance.
- Hotel courtesy shuttles run between PNS and select Pensacola-area hotels—arrange directly with hotel.
Rental Cars: On-site rental car counters for Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Alamo; vehicles parked in adjacent rental lot.
Parking:
- Short-Term Parking: Covered garage adjacent to terminal for quick drop-off/pick-up (first 30 minutes free).
- Long-Term Parking: Surface lot a short walk from terminal; no shuttle required.
- Valet Parking: Available curbside at terminal entrance for quick service.
- Cell Phone Waiting Lot: Free waiting area off Airport Boulevard—monitor flight status and pick up passengers at curb when ready.
Bike & Pedestrian Access: Bike racks located near the terminal entrance; sidewalks connect to the sport complex and nearby neighborhoods.
Private Car & Limousine: Prearranged pickups curbside outside the arrivals level—follow signage for limo zones.

Pensacola International Airport is owned and operated by the Pensacola–Eglin Regional Airport Authority.