Lincoln airport (LNK)

Lincoln Airport (IATA code: LNK) is the second-busiest airport in Nebraska. It provides domestic connectivity to the state capital and the southeastern and central Nebraska regions, connecting travelers with major hubs across the country.

Official Website: flylnk.com

Phone: +1 402-458-2480

Terminals

The airport operates through a single two-level passenger terminal building, comprehensively modernized via the LNK Next capital project. The structure links Concourse A and Concourse B within short walking distances. The terminal facility is open to the public 24 hours a day; however, airline ticket counters and the TSA security screening checkpoint operate from 60 to 90 minutes before the day's first departure until the dispatch of the final scheduled flight.

Annual Traffic (2024): 127,681 passenger enplanements.

Information Desks

The customer service and information desk is located on the ground floor (first level), situated directly beneath the suspended red vintage aircraft on display.

 Location

The airport is located at 2400 W. Adams Street, 5 miles (8 km) northwest of Downtown Lincoln, in Lancaster County, Nebraska.

Accommodation near Lincoln airport (LNK)

On-site Accommodations

There are no transit hotels or sleeping pods located inside the terminal building.

Hotels with Shuttle Service

Several Lincoln properties offer dedicated complimentary shuttle transportation or subsidized rideshare options to and from the airport:

• Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown: 24/7 shuttle service.
• The Kindler Hotel: 24/7 shuttle service.
• Cornhusker Marriott Hotel: Daily airport shuttle from 4:00 AM to 1:00 AM.
• Wingate by Wyndham Lincoln Airport: 24-hour service Monday through Friday.
• Country Inn by Radisson, Lincoln North Hotel: Service from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Other hotels: Properties including Embassy Suites, The Graduate, Hilton Garden Inn, Fairfield Inn & Suites, Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn Express, and Motel 6/Studio 6 coordinate guest transfers or rideshare arrangements.

Nearby Hotels

• Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Lincoln Airport, NE: 1.7 km from the airport.
• Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Lincoln Airport: 1.9 km from the airport.

Public and private transportation

Travel time between the airport and Downtown Lincoln is approximately 10 minutes via several ground transportation choices:

Rideshare Apps

App-based transportation services such as Uber and Lyft operate around the clock. Designated pick-up points are located along the outer terminal curb right outside the arrivals doors.

Taxis

Authorized local taxi services are stationed outside the baggage claim and arrivals exit, offering direct rides throughout the Lincoln metropolitan area.

Public Transit

The city's municipal bus network, StarTran, provides scheduled bus service with a designated stop on airport grounds, connecting passengers to key parts of Lincoln.

Hotel Shuttles and Vans

Courtesy phones and information boards in the baggage claim area allow travelers to request and coordinate complimentary pick-ups provided by local partner hotels or book regional private shuttles.

Car rental agencies

Rental Car Companies

Rental car counters are conveniently located inside the terminal on the first floor near the baggage claim carousel. Vehicle pick-up and return take place in the adjacent parking facilities right across from the main entrance.

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

Operating Hours: Counters typically open from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM, aligned with daily flight arrival schedules.

Parking services at Lincoln airport (LNK)

Lincoln Airport offers on-site parking managed by SP+ Airport Services, with all spaces located within comfortable walking distance across from the terminal entrance.

Parking Facilities

• Parking Garage (Covered): Multi-level facility adjacent to the terminal. Rates are USD 1.00 for the first half hour, USD 1.50 per additional half hour, up to a daily maximum of USD 7.75 and USD 54.00 per week.
• Short-Term Lot: Surface lot ideal for quick drop-offs and pick-ups. The first 20 minutes are complimentary; then USD 1.50 per 30 minutes applies, up to USD 7.50 daily and USD 52.00 weekly.
• Long-Term Lot: Budget-friendly surface parking. Rates are USD 0.75 per 30 minutes, capped at USD 4.00 per day and USD 24.00 per week.
• Long-Term North Lot: Overflow extended-stay lot. Rates are USD 1.00 per 30 minutes, with a USD 5.00 daily cap and USD 30.00 weekly.

Important Information

Vehicles left for longer than 30 consecutive days require prior coordination with the parking management office. Vehicles parked over 60 days without authorization are subject to towing. For updated rules and rates, visit the official parking guide.

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Special Assistance Requests

Passengers requiring wheelchair escorts or boarding assistance should notify their airline at least 48 hours before departure. Assistance can also be requested upon arrival at ticket counters on the first floor. TSA officers provide screening guidance and accessibility accommodations at the checkpoint.

Accessibility & Infrastructure

The terminal features automatic entrance doors, wheelchair ramps, elevators, and escalators equipped with Braille signage. Restrooms provide wide, fully accessible stalls, and dining venues offer wheelchair-accessible seating and counters. Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf (TDD) and customer support are accessible at the main information point.

Accessible Parking

Designated ADA accessible parking spots are reserved in the open-air South Lot and North Lot. The multi-level parking garage has vehicle clearance height restrictions that do not accommodate high-top wheelchair vans.

Unaccompanied Minors

Custody and escort services for youth traveling unaccompanied must be arranged directly through the specific airline operating the flight.