Norfolk, VA Airport Information
Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
Approximate taxi fare: $21 USD
Roughly 10 miles from downtown Norfolk, Norfolk International Airport is the dominant airport in Southeast Virginia. Ranking in the top 65 of U.S. airports in terms of passengers served, the airport saw an average of 3.5 million passengers in 2008. The seven airlines operating out of Norfolk International Airport provide non-stop service to 26 destinations in the United States.
The airport's 400,000-square-foot main passenger terminal houses two concourses and 24 gates, while the 243,000-square-foot arrivals terminal, completed in 2002, provides state-of-the-art baggage claim and ground transportation facilities. Travelers can find dining options such as Phillips Seafood Restaurant and fast food chains in the passenger terminal. Norfolk International also features wireless Internet access throughout the terminal and a conference center for business travelers.
The airport completed construction of a nine-level parking facility in 2002. The facility has space for 2,859 short- and long-term parking spaces. An additional 4,700 parking spaces can be found among several other surface lots and garages, all within a short walk of the terminal.
Airline carriers serving Norfolk International Airport
- American Airlines
- American Eagle
- Continental Airlines
- Continental Express
- Delta Airlines
- Delta Connection
- Northwest Airlines
- Northwest Airlink
- Southwest Airlines
- United Express
- US Airways
- US Airways Express
Norfolk, VA Train Information
Newport News Station
Amtrak offers connecting bus service to Norfolk for passengers of the Northeast Regional route. Riders originating in Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, DC or any station along the line can transfer to a connecting Thruway bus at the Newport News station for completion of their trip. Amtrak schedules two departures daily Saturday through Thursday, with three departures on Friday.
Norfolk, VA Public Transportation
Hampton Roads Transit (HRT)
Getting around Norfolk and the surrounding region is a breeze. Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) operates a number of traditional bus, electric shuttle bus and paddle wheel ferry boat routes within and between Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Hampton, Newport News and Suffolk. HRT serves over one million riders per month. Beginning in September 2008, HRT will operate The Max, a system of seven bus routes running between Hampton Roads communities and major centers of employment. The Max will feature large, comfortable seats and free wireless Internet access for commuters. Also in the works is a regional light rail system known as The Tide. Scheduled to debut in 2010, The Tide will extend 7.4 miles through downtown Norfolk making 11 stops and connections with HRT bus service.
Buses
HRT runs 47 local and five express routes throughout the Hampton Roads region. With 25 routes servicing Norfolk, the area's many attractions are easily within reach. Bus fares are $1 for children, $1.50 for adults and $0.75 for seniors and people with disabilities. Fare for children under 38 inches tall is free. Both 10-Ride and multiple-day passes can be purchased.
Norfolk Electric Transit (NET) Shuttle Buses
NET buses run within the downtown area seven days a week on weekday and weekend routes. Routes offer access to a number of sites including Nauticus, the Harrison Opera House and the MacArthur Center. Fare is free.
Paddlewheel Ferry
HRT operates three, 150-passenger ferry boats between Portsmouth and the downtown Norfolk waterfront. Ferries run daily every 30 minutes. Fare is $1 for adults and $0.50 for seniors. Farecards for 30-day, five-day and three-day passes are available.
Shuttle Service
Carey VIP Airport Connection provides shared or individual service to and from Norfolk International Airport. The Shuttle is located outside of the baggage claim area at Norfolk International Airport. Fare from the airport to the downtown area is approximately $21 for one person and an extra $5 per person for up to three additional passengers.
Car Rentals
Norfolk International Airport offers on-site car rental located in the new arrivals terminal. Rental car companies include Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty.
Taxis
A number of taxi companies operate within Norfolk and out of Norfolk International Airport. Fare from the airport to the downtown area is approximately $35. Cabs can accommodate up to five passengers for the same price as one passenger.