ROA CURRENT CONDITIONS
Roanoke, VA
Thu, February 23, 2012
4:50 AM EST
44° F, Clear
ROA CURRENT WAIT TIMES / PARKING AVAILABILITY
Security Line 30 minutes
Short Term Parking available
Long Term Parking available
Overflow Parking closed

Media FAQ

How many flights does the airport offer each day?
Roanoke Regional Airport offers more than 50 scheduled airline flights arriving and departing daily and provides nonstop service to nine major cities.

How many passengers does the airport serve each month?
On average, the airport serves between 55,000 and 57,000 passengers each month.

How much cargo does the airport handle each year?
In 2009, ROA handled 22.56 million pounds of cargo.

What airlines operate at the Roanoke Regional Airport?
Allegiant Air, Delta, United Airlines and US Airways.

Who owns the airport?
The Roanoke Regional Airport Commission owns and operates the airport. The airport is governed by a five-member Commission Board, with each member being appointed to a four year term. Three of the Commission members are appointed by the Roanoke City Council and two by the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors.

Does the airport have an executive staff?
The airport is managed by Executive Director Jacqueline L. Shuck, AAE, and her staff.

What is the official name of the airport?
Roanoke Regional Airport/Woodrum Field.

When was the airport founded?
The airport was founded in 1929 when the City of Roanoke leased 136 acres. The current terminal was constructed in 1989.

AT THE AIRPORT

What parking options are available?
There are more than 1,800 parking spots available in short-term and long-term lots.

Short-Term Lot:
First 15 minutes: No charge
15 minutes to one hour: $1.00
Each additional hour: $1.00 per hour
Daily maximum: $14.00

Long-Term Lot:
First 15 minutes: No charge
15 minutes to one hour: $1.00
Each additional hour: $1.00 per hour
Daily maximum: $7.00

OPERATING HOURS

What are the airport’s operating hours?
If there are passengers in the airport, we’re open. The terminal doors generally open at 4:00 a.m. and close at 1:00 a.m. or when the last flight arrives, whichever is later.

When does the security checkpoint open and close?
Opens at 4:30 a.m., closes at 8:20 p.m.

What are the airline operating hours?
Airline ticket counters open at 4:30 a.m. and stay open until their last flight of the day departs.

What time does the restaurant open and close?
The Café and Spirits, our restaurant opens at 5:00 a.m. each day and closes between 8:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. or after the security checkpoint area closes. The restaurant also remains open for flight delays. The lounge opens at 12:00 noon except on Saturdays and operates on the same hours as the main restaurant.
The Café snack bar on the concourse opens at 5:00 a.m. each day and closes at 7:00 p.m. Sunday to Friday and on Saturdays at 6:00 p.m. or after the security checkpoint area closes. The Cafe also remains open for flight delays.

What are the hours of the news and gift shop?
Hudson News and Gifts opens at 5 a.m. and closes at 9 p.m. during the week and 6:30 p.m. on Saturday evenings.

OTHER

What is the street address?
Roanoke Regional Airport
5202 Aviation Drive, N.W.
Roanoke, VA 24012

Who do I contact for media inquiries?
Call (540)362-1999, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

After hours, on weekends or holidays, please call (540)362-1999, to speak to a public information representative.

 

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ROA to Philadelphia $210 Roundtrip

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ROA to Chicago (ORD) $221 Roundtrip

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Roanoke Regional Airport • 5202 Aviation Drive, N.W., Roanoke, VA 24012 • (540) 362-1999