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Norfolk International Airport

Norfolk, United States
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KORF
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Hampton Roads' primary gateway serving southeastern Virginia.

Opened
1938
Location
Norfolk, United States
Norfolk International Airport (ORF) is the largest commercial service airport in the Hampton Roads metropolitan area of southeastern Virginia. It serves the cities of Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, and surrounding communities, handling millions of passengers annually. The airport is owned and operated by the city of Norfolk and sits approximately 7 miles northeast of downtown Norfolk. It supports both civilian commercial aviation and has historically maintained connections to the significant military presence in the region, including Naval Station Norfolk, the largest naval base in the world. Norfolk International offers nonstop service to numerous domestic destinations and serves as a convenient alternative to larger mid-Atlantic hubs. Its relatively compact size contributes to shorter security wait times and an efficient passenger experience.
Terminals
The airport features a single terminal building with two concourses, Concourse A and Concourse B, housing approximately 18 gates.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include taxis, rideshare services, rental car facilities on-site, and limited bus connections via Hampton Roads Transit.
Airlines here
Major carriers serving ORF include American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and Frontier Airlines.
Notable facts
  • Located approximately 7 miles northeast of downtown Norfolk, Virginia.
  • Serves the Hampton Roads metropolitan area, one of the largest in the southeastern United States.
  • The airport is situated near Naval Station Norfolk, the world's largest naval base.
  • ORF handled roughly 3–4 million passengers per year in recent pre- and post-pandemic periods.
  • The ICAO code KORF is sometimes confused with the decommissioned Ocracoke Island Airport; Norfolk's correct ICAO is KORF.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.

Route map (17 destinations)

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Routes

ORF → CLTAA · 319
ORF → DCAAA · DH3
ORF → DFWAA · M80 M83
ORF → JFKAA · ER4
ORF → LGAAA · ERD
ORF → MIAAA · ER4
ORF → PHLAA · DH3
ORF → ATLAF · M88 M90 319
ORF → ATLAS · M90 M88 319
ORF → ATLAZ · M88 M90 319
ORF → ATLDL · M90 M88 319
ORF → DTWDL · ERJ
ORF → JFKDL · ERJ
ORF → LGADL · CR7
ORF → MCODL · CR7
ORF → MSPDL · CR7
ORF → ATLFL · 717
ORF → BWIFL · 73W
ORF → MCOFL · 73W 73C
ORF → MDWFL · 73W
ORF → ATLKL · M90 M88 319
ORF → EWRUA · DH3 DH4 DH2
ORF → IADUA · ER4 CRJ ERJ DH4 CR7
ORF → IAHUA · ERJ
ORF → ORDUA · CR7 ERJ CRJ ER4
ORF → CLTUS · 319 CR7
ORF → DCAUS · CRJ
ORF → DFWUS · M80 M83
ORF → JFKUS · ER4
ORF → LGAUS · ERD
ORF → MIAUS · ER4
ORF → PHLUS · CRJ
ORF → ATLWN · 717
ORF → BWIWN · 73W
ORF → MCOWN · 73C 73W
ORF → MDWWN · 73W
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City & Place Guide

Where Navy heritage meets vibrant waterfront culture in coastal Virginia.

Norfolk is Virginia's second-largest city and home to Naval Station Norfolk, the world's largest naval base, giving the city a proud military identity alongside a surprisingly rich arts and culinary scene. Situated on the Chesapeake Bay, the city blends historic architecture with a lively downtown waterfront that has been revitalized over recent decades.

The NEON arts district, a thriving craft beer culture, and proximity to Virginia Beach make Norfolk a compelling mid-Atlantic destination. Visitors find a city that punches above its weight in museums, live music, and waterfront dining without the crowds or prices of larger East Coast cities.

  • Nauticus & Battleship Wisconsin — massive naval museum anchored by a real WWII battleship.
  • Norfolk Botanical Garden — 175 acres of themed gardens ideal year-round.
  • Chrysler Museum of Art — world-class fine art collection with free general admission.
  • Ghent Historic District — charming early-20th-century neighborhood with shops and cafes.
  • NEON Arts District — colorful murals and galleries in a walkable creative quarter.
  • Harbor Park — minor-league baseball stadium with stunning waterfront views.

Getting around: Norfolk is served by the Tide light rail line connecting downtown to the Eastern Virginia Medical Center campus. Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) operates city buses throughout the metro area. Uber and Lyft are widely available, and taxis can be found near hotels and the waterfront. A free trolley circulates through downtown in warmer months, and the area is increasingly bike-friendly with dedicated lanes in key districts.

Best time: Late spring (April through June) offers mild temperatures, blooming gardens, and festivals before summer humidity peaks.

Local food: Try fresh Chesapeake Bay blue crabs, oysters on the half shell, she-crab soup, and locally brewed craft beers at waterfront restaurants along the Granby Street corridor.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

Passport, Visa & Immigration

Flying internationally via ORF? Check entry, transit and customs requirements for United States from official government sources.

Norfolk International Airport
Encyclopaedia

Norfolk International Airport, is a regional commercial and cargo airport located seven miles (11 km) northeast of downtown Norfolk, Virginia. It is owned and operated by the Norfolk Airport Authority, a bureau under the municipal government. The airport serves the Hampton Roads metropolitan area of southeast Virginia as well as northeast North Carolina.

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