Corpus Christi airport (CRP)

Corpus Christi International Airport (IATA code: CRP), opened in 1960, serves Nueces County and the Texas Coastal Bend region with scheduled domestic flights.

Official Website: corpuschristiairport.com

Phone: +1 (361) 826-3232

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Terminals

The facility features a single passenger terminal, the Hayden W. Head Terminal building, equipped with 6 boarding gates (Gates 1 through 6) interconnected under one roof. The terminal building is accessible 24 hours a day, while the TSA passenger screening checkpoint opens daily at 4:00 AM.

Annual Passenger Traffic (2025): 758,987 passengers.

Information Desks

Customer service and information assistance are available at the airline counters in the ticketing concourse and in the baggage claim area.

 Location

The airport is located 6 miles (9 km) west of downtown Corpus Christi, in Nueces County, Texas.

What services does Corpus Christi airport (CRP) offer?

Corpus Christi International Airport offers practical amenities both pre-security and along the post-security concourse.

Finance and Connectivity

• Wi-Fi: complimentary wireless internet access available throughout the terminal.
• ATMs: ADA-compliant cash machines available across the passenger building.
• Meeting Rooms: rental conference spaces available by the hour or day.

Dining

• Public Area (pre-security): Gulf Coast Express (grab-and-go fare, burgers, salads, and local barbecue from Nueces Brewing Co., open 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM) and Island Joe's Coffee & Gift Shop (specialty coffee, artisan drinks, and baked goods).
• Airside (post-security): Gulf Coast Capital Bar & Grill (full-service dining featuring Texas regional cuisine, smoked meats from Nueces Brewing Co., and a bar) plus an automated walk-out store for beverages and snacks.

Shopping

Island Joe's Gift Shop offers local souvenirs, destination gifts, and travel essentials. The airport does not host duty-free stores.

Baggage and Lost Property

In accordance with federal regulations, luggage storage facilities are not provided. For items misplaced in terminal public areas or parking facilities, contact the airport Lost and Found office at +1 (361) 826-1786. Inquiries regarding items left aboard aircraft should be directed to the airline.

Additional Amenities

An elevated outdoor patio observation deck located between gates 1 and 3 offers 180-degree panoramic views of the airfield.

Public and private transportation

Travel time between the airport and central Corpus Christi is approximately 10 to 15 minutes by vehicle.

Taxis

Curbside taxi service is available directly outside the baggage claim area. Authorized taxi operators include Access Taxi (+1 361-444-5007), American Cab, Dependable Taxi Cab, and Express Cab.

Rideshare (TNC)

Rideshare companies such as Uber and Lyft are permitted to pick up and drop off travelers at designated curbside zones outside the terminal.

Hotel Shuttles and Private Transfers

Several area hotels provide complimentary shuttle services; a courtesy phone board is situated in baggage claim for convenient hotel contact. Additionally, Moon's Padre Shuttle (+1 361-947-7444) delivers dedicated and accessible connections to North Padre Island and South Padre.

Specialized and Regional Transit

• RTA B-Line Service: CCRTA's accessible paratransit service for passengers with disabilities or specialized transit needs (requires advance registration and 24-hour notice at +1 361-883-2287).
• REAL Transit: provides booked connections between rural surrounding counties (Aransas, Bee, Brooks, Duval, Jim Wells, and others) and the airport with 24 hours advance notice (+1 361-668-3158).

Car rental agencies

Car rental company counters are located inside the terminal building in the baggage claim area. Vehicles are picked up and returned adjacent to the terminal within easy walking distance.

Rental Companies

• Alamo
• Avis
• Dollar
• Enterprise
• Hertz
• National Car Rental
• Thrifty

Parking services at Corpus Christi airport (CRP)

Parking facilities are situated directly across from the passenger terminal building, providing both open-air and covered choices.

Parking Facilities

• Terminal / Short Term Parking: open-air short-stay parking adjacent to the terminal entrance.
• Covered Parking: canopy-sheltered spaces protecting vehicles from outdoor weather.
• Long Term Parking: open-air economy parking designed for extended stays.
• Cell Phone Lot: free waiting lot for drivers awaiting arriving passengers who have picked up their baggage.

Important Considerations

Grace Period: the first 3 hours of parking are free of charge across all lots for passenger drop-offs and pick-ups.

Additional Services

Airport personnel provide complimentary roadside assistance (battery jump-starts or tire inflation) by calling +1 (361) 826-7275.

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Facilities for passengers with special needs

Corpus Christi International Airport is fully accessible and equipped to assist travelers with disabilities under ADA standards.

Requesting Special Assistance

Passengers requiring wheelchair service or personal boarding assistance should inform their airline at least 48 hours prior to departure. Security screening accommodation can also be requested via TSA Cares (+1 855-787-2227, recommended 72 hours in advance).

Infrastructure and Accessibility

The facility features ground-level access, automatic sliding doors, ramps, elevators, accessible restrooms and drinking fountains, as well as reserved accessible parking directly fronting the building.

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower & Aira Access

• Hidden Disabilities Sunflower: the airport participates in the Sunflower lanyard scheme for passengers with non-visible disabilities; lanyards may be requested through the official website.
• Aira Access: free, on-demand visual interpreting and navigation assistance across the airport for blind or low-vision passengers via the Aira mobile app.