New Bern airport (EWN)

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (IATA: EWN), opened in 1931, serves Craven County and the city of New Bern, in the state of North Carolina. It primarily operates domestic nonstop flights to Charlotte, Orlando, and Hartford.

Official Website: flyewn.com

Telephone: +1 252 638 8591

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Terminals

The airport features a single, single-story passenger terminal with 3 departure gates. It does not operate on a 24-hour basis: the terminal opens 2 hours before the first scheduled departure and closes 30 minutes after the arrival of the last scheduled flight of the day.

Annual passenger traffic (2024): 86,653 commercial enplanements (with a 41% overall increase in passenger traffic compared to the previous period).

Information Desks

An information desk is situated in the public arrivals concourse, directly across from the baggage claim area.

 Location

The airport is located 5 km (3 miles) south of downtown New Bern.

What services does New Bern airport (EWN) offer?

The terminal offers essential passenger amenities and passenger support facilities.

Finance and Connectivity

• ATMs: An automated teller machine is located in the public area near the ticketing desks and baggage claim.
• Wi-Fi connection: High-speed wireless internet access is available free of charge throughout the entire terminal.

Food and Drinks

Triple Play Oasis Restaurant & Sports Bar operates inside the terminal, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and alcoholic beverages (typically open from 5:00 am to 6:00 pm, aligned with the flight schedule).

Shopping

The airport does not have duty-free stores or standalone retail outlets.

Baggage Services

Luggage storage facilities and lockers are not available due to security regulations. Inquiries regarding delayed or damaged baggage should be directed to the respective airline counter. For items lost within common public areas of the terminal, contact airport administration at +1 252 638 8591.

Other Services

Amenities include a private nursing room, baby changing stations in restrooms, an outdoor/indoor aircraft observation deck (Viewers Deck), regional art exhibits, and traditional rocking chairs.

Accommodation near New Bern airport (EWN)

There are no on-site hotels, sleeping cabins, or accommodation options within the airport terminal. Accommodation options nearby and across New Bern include:

Nearby hotels

• Comfort Suites New Bern near Cherry Point (1.5 km / 0.9 miles)
• BridgePointe Hotel & Marina (2.8 km / 1.7 miles)
• DoubleTree by Hilton New Bern - Riverfront (3.4 km / 2.1 miles)
• Courtyard New Bern (3.7 km / 2.3 miles)
• Meadows Inn (3.8 km / 2.4 miles)
• Hanna House Bed & Breakfast (3.8 km / 2.4 miles)

Public and private transportation

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport is approximately a 10-minute drive from central New Bern.

Taxis and private shuttles

Taxi and shuttle pick-up areas are located outside the baggage claim facility. Authorized local providers include A-Z Shuttle & Taxi Service, Diamond Bus Company, 5 Star Car Service, Shuttle Me, Modern Shuttle Transportation, A Diamond Limousine, and Ride with Kimber. They provide service to New Bern as well as regional coastal destinations such as Morehead City, Atlantic Beach, and Beaufort.

Ridesharing

Uber and Lyft are authorized to operate at the airport, with designated passenger pickup and drop-off zones along the front terminal curb.

Public transportation

There are no public urban bus routes or train connections stopping directly at the passenger terminal.

Car rental agencies

Car rental customer service desks are located inside the baggage claim area. The rental car pick-up and drop-off parking lot is adjacent to the terminal building, accessible via Airline Drive off Williams Road.

Operating agencies

• Alamo
• Avis
• Budget
• Enterprise
• Hertz
• National

Parking services at New Bern airport (EWN)

Parking lots are located directly across from the main terminal entrance, featuring 24-hour automated payment stations.

Parking Sectors

• Short-Term Lot: Located nearest the terminal. The first 15 minutes are free; 16 minutes to 1 hour costs $2 USD; each additional 30 minutes is $2 USD; with a daily maximum of $13 USD.
• Long-Term Lots: Two dedicated long-stay parking lots. The first 15 minutes are free; 16 minutes to 1 hour is $2 USD; each additional hour is $2 USD; with a daily maximum of $9 USD.
• Cell Phone Lot: Free temporary waiting area intended for drivers awaiting arriving passengers (vehicles must remain attended).

Official parking rates and information

Facilities for passengers with special needs

The terminal features accessible infrastructure designed to accommodate passengers with disabilities or special mobility requirements.

Special assistance requests

Passengers requiring wheelchair service or dedicated mobility support should coordinate arrangements directly with their airline when booking flights. For additional assistance through security checkpoints, passengers can reach out to TSA Cares at 1-855-787-2227.

Infrastructure and accessibility

The building operates on a single ground level with wide automatic doors and fully accessible restrooms. Certified service animals are welcome throughout the terminal and proceed through security screening alongside their owners.