When you’re planning your trip to Grand Canyon National Park, one of the things you’ll need to decide is where to fly into.
In this guide, we’ll look at the closest airport near Grand Canyon National Park’s two rims.
‼️ It’s worth noting that although these are the closest airports to Grand Canyon National Park to the north rim and the south rim, they may not be the best for your trip. For more detailed information about other nearby airports, read my Guide to all the Airports Near Grand Canyon National Park. ‼️
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The Airport Nearest Grand Canyon National Park
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What is the nearest airport to Grand Canyon – South Rim?
I’m including here the technically closest airport AND the nearest airport with commercial flights.
Grand Canyon National Park Airport (GCN)
If you’re asking, “What is the closest airport to Grand Canyon National Park?”, Grand Canyon National Airport is technically the nearest. However, although this is the closest airport to Grand Canyon South rim, the tiny airport is mostly used for charter flight services and scenic aircraft tours.
Grand Canyon National Park flights include day tours via Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines flying to Grand Canyon and the West Rim, Antelope Canyon and Lake Powell, and Grand Canyon North. Westwind Air Service charter also offers flights to Phoenix, Sedona, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon, Page, and Lake Powell. You can also get helicopter services provided by Maverick, Grand Canyon Helicopters, and Papillion.
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There are no car rental services available at this airport but you can take the Arizona Shuttle (Groome Transportation) or bus tours by Grand Canyon Coaches to reach the park.
Location
The airport is located in Tusayan near the South Entrance to the national park
Distance to Grand Canyon National Park
🔰 3.1 miles to the South Rim Entrance Station
🔰 204 miles to the North Rim Entrance Station
Travel time to Grand Canyon National Park
⌚ 6 minutes to the South Rim Entrance Station
⌚ 3 hours 45 minutes to the North Rim Entrance Station
What airlines fly out of Grand Canyon National Park Airport? Which airports connect to there?
✈️ Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines (scenic flights): Grand Canyon National, Grand Canyon West Rim, Grand Canyon North, Antelope Canyon, and Lake Powell
✈️ Westwind Air Service (charter): Phoenix, Sedona, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon, Page, and Lake Powell
✈️ Maverick Airlines: Henderson
Rental car options
There are no car rental services available at this airport.
Getting from Grand Canyon National Park Airport to Grand Canyon National Park
🚖 Taxi service: Xanterra South Rim
🚍 Shuttle buses: Arizona Shuttle, Grand Canyon Coaches (Bus Tours)
Pros
- Based on location, it’s the closest airport to the South Rim entrance
- Accessible flights to many scenic attractions
- Scenic, charter, and helicopter services are available here
Cons
- There are no car rental services
- Only charter flights and aircraft tours are available
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG)
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport is the closest airport to the Grand Canyon National Park with commercial flights.
It takes less than two hours to reach the South Rim from the airport. It’s the best choice to fly into if you want to minimize driving (or not drive at all). You can also include trips to other attractions like Route 66, Sedona’s Red Rocks, the San Francisco Peaks, and Wupatki National Monument.
If you’re looking for airports near Grand Canyon Village, AZ that connect with Phoenix, Dallas-Ft. Worth and Denver then this is a great choice. American Airlines and United Airlines both have connecting flights between these cities and Flagstaff.
Location
This airport is located south of Flagstaff’s business district City in Coconino County.
Distance from Flagstaff to Grand Canyon National Park
🔰 86 miles to South Rim Entrance Station
🔰 201 miles to the North Rim Entrance Station
Travel time to Grand Canyon National Park
⌚ 1 hour 20 minutes to South Rim Entrance Station
⌚ 3 hours 30 minutes to the North Rim Entrance Station
What airlines fly out of Flagstaff Pulliam Airport? Which airports connect to there?
✈️ American Airlines: Phoenix, Dallas-Ft. Worth
✈️ United Airlines: Denver (connecting flights to Denver International Airport)
✈️ American Eagle (Skywest): Phoenix (Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport)
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Rental car options
🚗 Onsite: Alamo, Avis, National, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz
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Getting from Flagstaff Pulliam Airport to Grand Canyon National Park
🚘 Car Rentals
🚖 Taxi Companies: Apex Taxi, Burly Cab, Friendly Cab, Hurry Cab, Flagstaff Private Car Rental
🚍 Shuttle: Arizona Shuttle, Groome Transportation, FlixBus
Pros
- The closest commercial airport to Grand Canyon National Park
- Plenty of car rentals and taxis to get you there
- You can take a bus from Flagstaff to the South Rim and avoid the expense of a rental car
- Access to other attractions like Sedona’s Red Rocks, the San Francisco Peaks, and Wupatki National Monument
Cons
- Limited airline options
- Summer months can cause flight cancellations due to extremely hot weather
What is the closest airport to Grand Canyon – North Rim?
Page Municipal Airport (PGA)
Page Municipal Airport is another small airport near the Grand Canyon National Park. It offers daily commercial flights to Phoenix on Contour Airlines.
It’s almost the same distance to either North or South Rim entrances, though the North Rim is slightly closer. You can get to the North Rim in a two-hour and fifteen-minute drive. Avis is the only car rental option available at this airport, and they have a counter right inside the terminal.
It can make sense to fly here if you’re visiting Page and its nearby attractions like Lake Powell, Horseshoe Bend and Antelope Canyon. You can also explore other national parks and scenic locations like Bryce Canyon, Arches National Park, Zion National Park, and Monument Valley.
You can also get scenic air tours to Grand Circle provided by American Aviation, Grand Canyon Airlines, and Westwind Aviation. Taxi services like Destination Taxi and Buggy Taxi and Helping Hands Express can get you around the city and nearby areas.
Location
This airport is located at central Grand Circle near Lake Powell in northern Arizona.
Distance to Grand Canyon National Park
🔰 137 miles to the South Rim Entrance Station
🔰 112 miles to the North Rim Entrance Station
Travel time to Grand Canyon National Park
⌚ 2 hours 45 minutes to the South Rim Entrance Station
⌚ 2 hours 15 minutes to the North Rim Entrance Station
What airlines fly out of Page Municipal Airport? Which airports connect to there?
✈️ Contour Airlines: Phoenix
✈️ American Aviation (scenic flights): Horseshoe Bend, Lake Powell, Rainbow Bridge, Monument Valley, Lake Powell Navajo Indian Reservation, Bryce Canyon
✈️ Westwind Aviation (scenic flights): Monument Valley, Rainbow Bridge, and Bryce Canyon
✈️ Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines & Papillion Helicopters (scenic flights): Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon, Grand Canyon
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Rental car options
🚗 Onsite: Avis
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Getting from Page Municipal Airport to Grand Canyon National Park
🚘 Rental car
Pros
- Close to either North and South Rims
- Try other scenic attractions Arches National Park, Zion National Park, and Bryce Canyon
- Visit Page and its nearby attractions while you’re in the area
Cons
- Few flight options. You might end up waiting for several hours in Phoenix for a connection to/ from Page.
- Limited car rental service
Map of Airports Near Grand Canyon National Park
Travel Insurance for Grand Canyon National Park
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Have a great trip to the Grand Canyon! I hope this guide has helped you discover the closest airport to the Grand Canyon National Park and decide which airport to fly into.
Additional Planning Resources for Grand Canyon National Park
⭐ Grand Canyon Guide
⭐ Grand Canyon South Rim Deluxe Itinerary
⭐ Grand Canyon North Rim Basic Itinerary
⭐ Planning A Trip to Grand Canyon National Park: 7 Mistakes to Avoid
⭐ How Long to Stay in Grand Canyon National Park
⭐ White Water Rafting In The Grand Canyon
⭐ Best Things To Do In Grand Canyon (South Rim)
⭐ Best Grand Canyon Viewpoints
⭐ Guide To Making Reservations For Phantom Ranch, Grand Canyon
⭐ The Complete Guide To Hiking The Bright Angel Trail, Grand Canyon
⭐ How To Get To Grand Canyon National Park
⭐ The Best Airports Near The Grand Canyon
⭐ 15 Top Tips for Visiting Grand Canyon National Park
⭐ The Best Time to Visit Grand Canyon National Park
⭐ Visiting Grand Canyon National Park: What To Expect Throughout the Year
⭐ Best Books about the Grand Canyon
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⭐ 12 Fun Facts About the Grand Canyon
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James Ian is a national park, camping and hiking expert.
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