The Thanksgiving holiday approaches, Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) is gearing up for what is expected to be a very busy travel period. Peak travel is set to begin this Thursday, November 21st, and continue through Monday, December 2nd.
To ensure a smooth travel experience during this busy period, the Jackson Municipal Airport Authority strongly encourages all passengers to arrive at least two (2) hours before their flight departures. This allows ample time for parking and security procedures and permits travelers to grab a bite to eat, enjoy a beverage, or pick up any last-minute travel essentials on both the East and West concourses. A new Dunkin location has opened on the East, where you can also visit the remodeled Sam Adams venue.
Our world-class airlines, American, Delta, Southwest, and United, still have some seats available for last-minute travelers, so don’t hesitate to contact them or your favorite travel planning professionals for trip options. To get the latest travel information and updates, passengers can follow Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport on social media channels @JacksonAirports or visit www.iFlyJackson.com. For inquiries regarding permitted holiday items and Transportation Security Administration checkpoint rules, please visit www.TSA.gov.
“At JMAA, we remain dedicated to delivering an exceptional travel experience for all passengers and visitors and will continue working to ensure your journey through JAN is as seamless as possible,” said Rosa Beckett, CEO at the Jackson Municipal Airport Authority. Beckett continued, “With our TSA partners’ newly installed checkpoint security technology, travelers should be comfortable knowing that their safe travel is paramount at JAN.”
Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport offers a range of convenient parking options to meet passengers’ needs, including:
Garage parking: $19 per day
- Surface lot: $17 per day
- East overflow lot: $17 per day (close to the terminal, a quick walk; operates at some peak Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year periods)
- Long-term lot: $13 per day (with free shuttle service)
- Free 10-minute parking in any lot; hourly fees begin at 11 minutes
For added convenience, JAN continues to provide free Cell Phone parking as visitors await arriving passengers. This is located by turning left on Cross Street before International Drive splits at the surface lot. The Parking Department at JAN can be reached directly for real-time holiday availability and additional information at 601.360.8690.
Happy Holidays!
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ABOUT JMAA
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) operates two airports: Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) and Hawkins Field Airport (HKS). JAN is the busiest airport in Mississippi, situated in the Central part of the state and serving the Capital region of Jackson with over 3,000 acres of property. JAN serves several of the world’s busiest global hubs and is home to the Mississippi Air National Guard 172nd Airlift Wing. HKS is a general aviation airport that houses two emergency response medical air transporters and the Civil Air Patrol. It is also home to the Mississippi Army National Guard 185th Aviation Brigade. The Authority provides service to nearly 1.29 million passengers per year.