Which airport should I fly into for Fall River?

For long-haul and international flights, Rhode Island TF Green International Airport (PVD) is the main gateway near Fall River. The closest airport, New Bedford Regional Airport (EWB), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Fall River?

The nearest is about 11 mi (17 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Fall River?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Fall River

The closest airports to Fall River, Massachusetts: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Fall River, Massachusetts is New Bedford Regional Airport (EWB), about 11 mi (17 km) away — roughly 36 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Rhode Island TF Green International Airport (PVD).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
EWB	New Bedford Regional AirportNew Bedford, United States	11 mi / 17 km	36 min	Regional
NPT	Newport State AirportNewport, United States	14 mi / 22 km	26 min	Regional
PVD	Rhode Island TF Green International AirportProvidence, United States	14 mi / 22 km	26 min	International
NCO	Quonset State AirportNorth Kingstown, United States	15 mi / 24 km	29 min	Regional
SFZ	North Central State AirportPawtucket, United States	23 mi / 37 km	44 min	Regional
PYM	Plymouth Municipal AirportPlymouth, United States	26 mi / 42 km	50 min	Regional
FMH	Cape Cod Coast Guard Air StationFalmouth, United States	33 mi / 53 km	59 min	Regional
OWD	Norwood Memorial AirportNorwood, United States	34 mi / 54 km	1 hr	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, New Bedford Regional Airport (EWB) is the most convenient at about 11 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Rhode Island TF Green International Airport (PVD) (14 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Fall River. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with EWB.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near EWB saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Fall River is New Bedford Regional Airport (EWB), about 11 mi (17 km) away — roughly 36 min by road.