{"id":5479,"date":"2026-06-06T15:58:31","date_gmt":"2026-06-06T23:28:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jettreks.com\/?p=5479"},"modified":"2026-06-17T11:42:44","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T19:12:44","slug":"newport-news-williamsburg-international-airport-newport-news-va","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jettreks.com\/?p=5479","title":{"rendered":"Newport News\/Williamsburg International Airport, Newport News, VA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Newport News\/Williamsburg International Airport<\/strong> (PHF) is a public, towered airport located approximately 4 miles NW of the town center of Newport News, Virginia. This airport was formerly known as Patrick Henry Field<\/strong>. There are two runways as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Designation<\/td>Diminsions<\/td>Surface<\/td>Condition<\/td><\/tr>
7\/25<\/td>8,003 ft \u00d7 150 ft<\/td>Asphalt<\/td>Good<\/td><\/tr>
2\/20<\/td>6,526 ft \u00d7 150 ft<\/td>Concrete\/Asphalt<\/td>Good<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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FBOs & Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While there is commercial traffic and a terminal on this field, two great FBOs keep the GA side running smoothly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Atlantic Aviation<\/a><\/strong> Full\u2011service FBO offering Jet\u2011A and 100LL, ground handling, lav service, GPU, quick turns, deicing, hangar space, and crew amenities. Passenger lounge, pilot lounge, and Wi\u2011Fi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rick Aviation<\/strong> <\/a>Local full\u2011service FBO providing Jet\u2011A and 100LL, maintenance, avionics support, hangar space, and line services. oxygen service, pilot lounge, and passenger facilities available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Aery Aviation<\/a> provides services on this field. They specialize in aircraft modification and engineering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flight Schools on the field:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Newport Flight Academy<\/strong> \u2013 Private pilot through instrument training<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SkyVentures Aviation<\/strong> \u2013 Discovery flights and primary training<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pilot Institute<\/strong>: Clear, modern online ground school for new and returning pilots. Pilot Institute<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rod Machado Courses<\/strong>: Classic, humorous training with deep real-world explanations. Rod Machado’s Aviation Learning Center<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Transportation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Crew cars are available here, along with rental cars from either FBO. Additionally, you can rent a car inside the commercial terminal through Avis<\/strong>, Budget<\/strong>, Hertz<\/strong>, Enterprise<\/strong>, and National<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Several nearby hotels offer complimentary Newport News\/Williamsburg International Airport shuttles, and both Uber<\/strong> and Lyft<\/strong> operate here with designated pickup areas outside the terminal. Local taxi service is available, with limited curbside staging during peak airline arrivals. However, ratings are extremely inconsistent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The only pre\u2011arranged private car service I will recommend is James River Transportation<\/a><\/strong>. Call (804) 342\u20117300<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Commercial service to destinations in Florida is provided by Avelo Airlines<\/strong>. Routes vary seasonally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Local Sights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Where To Stay Near Newport News\/Williamsburg International Airport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Prices and names change frequently. For current prices, amenities, and new owner rebrands, check Expedia.com<\/a><\/strong> or Hotels.com<\/a><\/strong>. All listed hotels are within a five-mile radius of GIF. Looking for a whole house? VRBO.com<\/a><\/strong> has properties here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Closest: If you want to stay as close to the airport as possible, the Comfort Inn Newport News\u2013Hampton<\/a><\/strong> or the Comfort Suites Airport<\/strong><\/a> are a little over a mile from the terminal and are the most convenient options for quick overnights or early flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For something with a little more character, The Lodge at Kiln Creek Resort<\/a><\/strong>, with an 18-hole golf course and on-site dining, would be a great choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re keeping an eye on budget, the Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Newport News Airport<\/strong><\/a>, the Red Roof Inn Newport News – Yorktown<\/a><\/strong>, and the Newport News Inn<\/strong><\/a> sit within a few minutes of the terminal and offer simple, practical stays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Things To Do<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you want an aviation\u2011focused stop, the Virginia Air & Space Science Center<\/strong> in Hampton is the standout. It\u2019s close to PHF and mixes aircraft, spacecraft, and hands\u2011on exhibits in a way that works for both aviation buffs and families. Just down the road, Air Power Park<\/strong> adds a quick outdoor look at Cold War jets and missiles, which makes an easy add\u2011on if you\u2019re already in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Back in Newport News, the Mariners\u2019 Museum and USS Monitor Center<\/strong> offer one of the region\u2019s strongest general\u2011interest experiences, and it\u2019s only a short drive from the airport. If you prefer something outdoors, Newport News Park<\/strong> gives you miles of trails and quiet space, while Huntington Park<\/strong> brings you river views, a beach area, and the always\u2011popular Fort Fun<\/strong> playground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re up for a little history, Yorktown Battlefield<\/strong> and the American Revolution Museum<\/strong> sit just a bit farther up the road and round out the area with a solid mix of scenery and storytelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why Fly Here<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Newport News\/Williamsburg International Airport <\/strong>is a small, easy airport that gets you on the road fast. It sits right on Jefferson Avenue<\/strong>, close to hotels, dining, and the Kiln Creek<\/strong> area, and it\u2019s a convenient starting point for exploring Newport News<\/strong>, Hampton<\/strong>, historical Yorktown<\/strong>, and Williamsburg<\/strong> without the traffic of the larger airports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just an aside, there is no restaurant in the terminal, but Jefferson Avenue has so many choices, you won’t go hungry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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