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Southwest Virginia's gateway serving the Blue Ridge region.
Opened
1931
Location
Roanoke, United States
Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) is a public airport located in Roanoke, Virginia, serving the greater Roanoke Valley and New River Valley, including the Virginia Tech community in Blacksburg. It is the busiest commercial airport in western Virginia and provides a critical air link for residents and businesses in the region.
The airport is owned and operated by the Roanoke Regional Airport Commission and handles both commercial passenger service and general aviation operations. Its 'Blacksburg' designation was added to reflect its role as the primary commercial airport serving the Virginia Tech and Radford University communities.
ROA offers nonstop flights to major hub airports, connecting passengers to domestic and international destinations through airline partner networks. The airport has undergone various infrastructure improvements over the years to enhance passenger experience and operational efficiency.
Terminals
The airport operates a single terminal building with multiple concourses handling all commercial passenger activity.
Getting to & from
The airport is accessible primarily by private vehicle and taxi or rideshare services, with rental car facilities available on-site; no direct rail or scheduled bus service connects to downtown Roanoke.
Airlines here
Major airlines serving ROA include American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines, providing connections to their respective hub cities.
Notable facts
- ›The airport added 'Blacksburg' to its name in 2008 to better reflect its regional service area including Virginia Tech.
- ›It sits at an elevation of approximately 1,176 feet above sea level in the Blue Ridge Mountains region.
- ›ROA has two runways capable of handling regional jet and narrow-body aircraft.
- ›The airport is owned and operated by the Roanoke Regional Airport Commission, a multi-jurisdictional authority.
- ›It is the largest commercial service airport in western Virginia by passenger volume.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
