Which airport should I fly into for Port Arthur?

For long-haul and international flights, Chennault International Airport (CWF) is the main gateway near Port Arthur. The closest airport, Jack Brooks Regional Airport (BPT), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Port Arthur?

The nearest is about 7 mi (11 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 Port Arthur?

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 Port Arthur

The closest airports to Port Arthur, Texas: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Port Arthur, Texas is Jack Brooks Regional Airport (BPT), about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Chennault International Airport (CWF).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
BPT	Jack Brooks Regional AirportBeaumont/Port Arthur, United States	7 mi / 11 km	23 min	Regional
BMT	Beaumont Municipal AirportBeaumont, United States	21 mi / 33 km	40 min	Regional
LCH	Lake Charles Regional AirportLake Charles, United States	46 mi / 74 km	1 hr 22 min	Regional
CWF	Chennault International AirportLake Charles, United States	53 mi / 85 km	1 hr 35 min	International
HPY	Baytown AirportBaytown, United States	61 mi / 98 km	1 hr 49 min	Regional
GLS	Scholes International At Galveston AirportGalveston, United States	70 mi / 112 km	2 hr 5 min	International
JAS	Jasper County-Bell FieldJasper, United States	70 mi / 112 km	2 hr 5 min	Regional
DRI	Beauregard Regional AirportDe Ridder, United States	75 mi / 120 km	1 hr 44 min	Regional

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

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Jack Brooks Regional Airport (BPT) is the most convenient at about 7 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Chennault International Airport (CWF) (53 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 Port Arthur. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with BPT.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near BPT 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 Port Arthur is Jack Brooks Regional Airport (BPT), about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road.