Planning a family vacation can be incredibly stressful and expensive. Sometimes, cheap flights include stopping through multiple airports.
We’ll take some of the stress and guesswork out of navigating airports and hotels by listing the nearest airports to West Palm Beach in Florida.
The airport nearest to West Palm Beach, is Palm Beach International Airport. However, there are other airports near West Palm Beach that might be more convenient or cheaper.
Palm Beach International Airport
Palm Beach International Airport is around 3.4 miles southwest of West Palm Beach. It is also around 3.3 miles north of Palm Springs. The IATA airport code for this airport is PBI.
There is free WiFi available for all travelers at the airport. There are a variety of dining and shopping options available in the Main Terminal, Concourse B, and Concourse C. If you’re traveling with a pet, there are also two outdoor pet relief areas.
The Palm Tran can get you to West Palm Beach as it runs through Palm Beach County. You can also use the Tri-Rail, which provides transport between West Palm Beach and Miami.
There is a complimentary ride available through Uber and Metro Taxi to get to West Palm Beach from the airport. There are many rental car companies available at the airport.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is near West Palm Beach, around 44.9 miles away. It is also around 1.5 miles north of Dania Beach and around 3.5 miles south of Fort Lauderdale. The IATA airport code for this airport is FLL.
There is free WiFi available for all travelers in every terminal. There’s a Business Service Center that offers ATMs, US Mail drop off, money wire, fax, and travel insurance.
There are also mobile charging stations, lactation suites, and medical services available. If you’re traveling with a pet, there are pet relief areas.
There’s a variety of restaurants, cafes, shops, and duty-free shops for you to choose from. The various offerings are spread out across all four of the airport’s terminals.
There are a few options for getting from the airport to West Palm Beach. There’s a free shuttle to the Tri-Rail station at Dania Beach. From here, the Tri-Rail travels to Palm Beach. There are also 12 rental car companies at the airport to choose from.
Miami International Airport
The distance from Miami International Airport to West Palm Beach is around 65.5 miles. It is also around 3.4 miles north of Coral Terrace. The IATA airport code for this airport is MIA.
There is complimentary WiFi access in all the indoor public areas of this airport. This is WiFi with advertising. WiFi without advertising is available at a price. If you’re traveling with a pet, there are pet relief areas, both indoor and outdoor.
There is a non-denominational chapel that is available with Christian services at certain times. There are nursing suites available in each concourse. There’s a fun, interactive kid’s area called Plane Fun to keep the kid’s occupied.
There is a diverse selection of shops selling all kinds of merchandise to choose from. This airport also has a Jetsetter Spa, where they offer services, including massages, manicures, and spray tans. There are water refill stations throughout the terminals and a dedicated yoga room.
FAQs
Is Palm Beach International Airport in West Palm Beach?
Palm Beach International is the closest airport to West Palm Beach but this airport services the entire Palm Beach County.
Is it cheaper to fly into Palm Beach County Park Airport?
While near West Palm Beach and only 6 miles from Palm Beach International Airport, this airport doesn’t receive commercial flights.
Are there cheap flights out of Boca Raton Public Airport?
Boca Raton Public Airport is around 22.99 miles south of central West Palm Beach. This airport doesn’t receive commercial flights. They do accept charter and private planes, however.
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