Which airport should I fly into for Suffolk?

For long-haul and international flights, Norfolk International Airport (ORF) is the main gateway near Suffolk. The closest airport, Franklin Municipal John Beverly Rose Airport (FKN), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Suffolk?

The nearest is about 18 mi (29 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 Suffolk?

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 Suffolk

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

The nearest airport to Suffolk, Virginia is Franklin Municipal John Beverly Rose Airport (FKN), about 18 mi (29 km) away — roughly 35 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Norfolk International Airport (ORF).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
FKN	Franklin Municipal John Beverly Rose AirportFranklin, United States	18 mi / 29 km	35 min	Regional
NGU	Norfolk Ns (Chambers Fld) AirportNorfolk, United States	22 mi / 35 km	42 min	Regional
ORF	Norfolk International AirportNorfolk, United States	24 mi / 39 km	47 min	International
FAF	Felker Army Air FieldFort Eustis, United States	28 mi / 45 km	54 min	Regional
PHF	Newport News Williamsburg International AirportNewport News, United States	29 mi / 46 km	55 min	International
ECG	Elizabeth City Regional Airport & Coast Guard Air StationElizabeth City, United States	40 mi / 64 km	1 hr 11 min	Regional
EDE	Northeastern Regional AirportEdenton, United States	48 mi / 78 km	1 hr 27 min	Regional
DUF	Pine Island AirportCorolla, United States	55 mi / 89 km	1 hr 39 min	Regional

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

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Franklin Municipal John Beverly Rose Airport (FKN) is the most convenient at about 18 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Norfolk International Airport (ORF) (24 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 Suffolk. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with FKN.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near FKN 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 Suffolk is Franklin Municipal John Beverly Rose Airport (FKN), about 18 mi (29 km) away — roughly 35 min by road.