Jackson-Medgar Airport (HKS)

Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (managed by the Jackson Municipal Airport Authority - JMAA), opened in 1963, is Mississippi's primary commercial airport, offering scheduled domestic flights to major national hubs.

Official Website: jmaa.com

Phone: +1 601-939-5631

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Terminals

The airport features a two-level passenger terminal arranged into two concourses (East Concourse and West Concourse) interconnected past central security screening and linked by the Medgar Wiley Evers cultural pavilion. The terminal opens daily around 04:00 and remains operational until the arrival of the last scheduled commercial flight.

Annual passenger traffic (2025): 1.21 million passengers.

Information Desks

A central passenger information counter is situated in the terminal's main lobby.

 Location

The airport is located 6 miles (9 km) east of downtown Jackson, in Rankin County, across the Pearl River.

What services does Jackson-Medgar Airport (HKS) offer?

The terminal provides an array of amenities and traveler services before and after security screening.

Banking and Connectivity

• ATMs: three cash machines are situated in the terminal (two before the west security checkpoint and one in the east concourse across from the art gallery).
• Wi-Fi: complimentary high-speed internet is available across the terminal via the iFlyJAN_WiFi network.

Dining

Food and beverage options are located pre- and post-security, including Dunkin' (in the east concourse), Samuel Adams, and Riverbanks Bar & Grill, open from early morning until the final departure of the day.

Shopping

Hudson Avolta retail shops before and after screening offer newspapers, magazines, snacks, cold beverages, travel gear, and Mississippi gifts. A Shoe Shine Doctor station is also available.

Luggage Services

Smarte Carte luggage carts are positioned on Level 1. Due to federal security regulations, no left-luggage or locker facilities are available.

Other Services

• Lost and Found: managed by the JMAA Airport Police Department or through the airport general information desk.
• Nursing Stations: private Mamava lactation pods are located in both the East and West concourses.
• Pet Relief Areas: designated relief stations for service animals and pets are provided post-security in both concourses.

Accommodation near Jackson-Medgar Airport (HKS)

Hotels with Airport Shuttle Service

There are no on-site hotels within the terminal building. However, several nearby hotels in Flowood, Pearl, and downtown Jackson provide airport shuttle pick-up on Level 1, including Hilton Garden Inn Jackson/Flowood (2.9 km / 1.8 miles) and Sleep Inn (3.2 km / 2 miles).

Nearby Hotels

Other nearby lodging options within short driving distance include The Westin Jackson and Hilton Garden Inn Jackson Downtown.

Public and private transportation

The airport is located approximately 15 minutes by car from downtown Jackson, providing various ground transportation options.

Taxis

Authorized cabs pick up at the terminal curbside on the lower level, provided by companies such as Citicab Co., Deluxe Cab Co., Jackson Taxi, and Yellow Cab Co.

Rideshare Services

Uber and Lyft pick-up zones are designated on the outer lanes of the terminal's lower level.

Charter Buses

Pre-arranged group charters are operated through authorized carriers such as Bus Supply Charters and Capital Trailways Charter.

Shuttles and Private Transfers

Several local hotel courtesy shuttles and limousine services (including C & E Courtesy Limousine Service, Celebrity Limousines, Deluxe Limousine Service, and Executive Limousine Service) pick up passengers on Level 1.

Car rental agencies

Car Rental Desks

Rental car counters are conveniently located on Terminal Level 1, directly opposite the baggage claim area. On-site providers include Avis, Enterprise, Budget, National, Hertz, Alamo, Dollar, Thrifty, and Payless. Vehicle pick-up and drop-off lots are located adjacent to the main terminal building.

Parking services at Jackson-Medgar Airport (HKS)

Parking Facilities

The airport provides short-term and long-term parking areas directly adjacent to the terminal:

• Garage Parking (Covered): situated opposite the terminal building, offering covered stalls with hourly rates and a daily rate of $19.
• Surface Lot (Open-Air): outdoor parking just steps from the terminal entrance ($17 per day).
• Long-Term / Economy Lot: value option for extended parking ($13 per day), serviced by complimentary shuttles running every 15 minutes.
• Cell Phone Lot: complimentary waiting lot for drivers awaiting arriving passengers.

Important Considerations

Shuttle buses serving the long-term economy lot run 24 hours a day with complete ADA accessibility.

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Facilities for passengers with special needs

Special Assistance Requests

Elderly passengers and travelers with disabilities requiring wheelchair assistance or curbside-to-gate escort must arrange this directly with their respective airline in advance. Skycaps are stationed curbside at the terminal front to provide baggage assistance.

Infrastructure and Accessibility

The terminal features access ramps, automatic doors, elevators, and ADA-compliant restrooms. Furthermore, all parking shuttle buses serving the remote lots are fully wheelchair accessible.

Lactation Suites

Private, comfortable Mamava lactation suites are available in both the East and West concourses.

Unaccompanied Minors

Services for minors traveling alone are handled directly by each airline in accordance with their individual airline policies.