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Gateway to the Ozarks and Northwest Arkansas region.
Opened
1998
Location
Highfill, Arkansas, United States
Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA) is a commercial service airport serving the rapidly growing Northwest Arkansas region, encompassing Fayetteville, Springdale, Rogers, and Bentonville. It sits at an elevation of approximately 1,287 feet above sea level in Highfill, Arkansas, and is one of the fastest-growing airports in the United States by passenger volume.
The airport serves as a critical transportation hub for major corporations headquartered in the region, including Walmart, Tyson Foods, and J.B. Hunt Transport Services. Its passenger traffic has grown substantially in recent decades, reflecting the region's economic expansion.
XNA offers nonstop flights to numerous major U.S. hubs and destinations, making it a convenient option for both business and leisure travelers in the Ozarks region.
Terminals
The airport operates a single terminal building with multiple gates handling all commercial passenger traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include rental cars, taxis, and rideshare services connecting the airport to Fayetteville, Rogers, Bentonville, and other Northwest Arkansas communities.
Airlines here
Major airlines serving XNA include American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Allegiant Air.
Notable facts
- ›Located in Highfill, Arkansas, roughly equidistant between Fayetteville and Bentonville.
- ›Opened in 1998, replacing the older Drake Field as the region's primary commercial airport.
- ›The airport is heavily used by corporate travelers visiting Walmart's global headquarters in Bentonville.
- ›XNA has consistently ranked among the fastest-growing U.S. airports in percentage passenger growth.
- ›The airport's IATA code XNA does not directly correspond to any single city name, reflecting its multi-city service area.
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