Catch a Convenient Non-Stop Flight to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach

The white-sand beaches of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach attract travelers from every corner of the country (and even across the globe). And thanks to easy non-stop flights at several nearby airports, reaching – and relaxing at – Alabama’s Gulf Coast has never been easier. Get ready for sunsets on sugar-white sand, salty breezes, and countless opportunities for memorable experiences—all without having to transfer planes.

Non-Stop Flights to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach

There are three airports within an hour’s drive of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach that offer non-stop flights from some of the country’s largest airport hubs. No matter where you’re coming from, you can reach our sparkling shores with one simple flight that takes you right to paradise.

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Non-Stop Flights to Pensacola International Airport (PNS)

Pensacola International Airport (PNS) is one of the largest airports on the Gulf Coast, hosting an average of 80 arrivals and departures each day. PNS is a quick hour drive from Orange Beach and Gulf Shores (around 35 miles via FL-292 E) and offers non-stop flights to more than 15 U.S. destinations. With airline options that range from budget-friendly to national brands, you have plenty of options for reaching (and returning from) PNS and the Alabama Gulf Coast.

Non-Stop Flights from PNS

• Charlotte, North Carolina – Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
• Arlington, Virginia – Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)
• Dallas, Texas – Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Dallas Love Field (DAL)
• Miami, Florida – Miami International Airport (MIA)
• Boston, Massachusetts – Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
• Queens, New York – LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
• Chicago, Illinois – Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
• Atlanta, Georgia – Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
• Denver, Colorado – Denver International Airport (DEN)
• Orlando, Florida – Orlando International Airport (MCO)
• Tampa, Florida – Tampa International Airport (TPA)
• Nashville, Tennessee – Nashville International Airport (BNA)
• Houston, Texas – William P. Hobby International Airport (HOU) and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
• Kansas City, Missouri – Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
• St. Louis, Missouri – St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
• Fort Lauderdale, Florida – Ft. Lauderdale Airport (FLL)

Getting Around Alabama’s Beaches: Once you arrive at PNS, multiple options for ground transportation make it easy to get around Alabama’s Gulf Coast. You can catch the Pensacola Airport Shuttle for a flat fee or take advantage of taxis, limos, and rideshare services. There are also eight rental car companies to choose from:

• Alamo
• Avis
• Budget
• Enterprise
• Executive Car Rental
• Hertz
• National Car Rental
• Thrifty

Non-Stop Flights to Mobile Regional Airport (MOB)

A short 70 miles from Gulf Shores and Orange Beach via I-10W, Mobile Regional Airport (MOB) connects you to the Gulf Coast with non-stop flights to four major hubs. Daily non-stop connections at MOB are serviced by the world’s largest airlines, including American Airlines, Delta, and United. That means you’re guaranteed a smooth and stress-free flight that puts you just 80 minutes from our stretch of white-sand paradise.

Non-Stop Flights to MOB

• Atlanta, Georgia – Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
• Charlotte, North Carolina – Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
• Houston, Texas – George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
• Dallas, Texas – Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

Getting Around Alabama’s Beaches: Mobile Regional Airport (MOB) makes your journey a breeze with great transportation options to and from the airport. In addition to taxis, limos, and rideshare services (Uber and Lyft), you’ll find seven rental car companies that are ready to put you in a ride to our beachfront resorts:

• Alamo
• Dollar Rental Car
• Hertz
• National Car Rental
• Avis
• Enterprise
• Thrifty

Non-Stop Flights to Mobile International Airport (BFM)

Have some time before your trip? The Gulf Coast’s newest airport terminal, Mobile International Airport (BFM) is conveniently located right off I-10 and just minutes from downtown Mobile. The airport is still under construction, but commercial flights are expected to fly into BFM by 2025. And non-stop flights are already starting–Avelo Airlines is now offering exclusive non-stop service to Orlando, Florida from BFM two days per week. The best part? Introductory one-way fares start at just $29 per person!

Non-Stop Flights to BFM

• Orlando, Florida – Orlando International Airport (MCO)

Getting Around Alabama’s Beaches: Mobile International Airport (BFM) is a scenic sixty-mile drive from our white-sand beaches via I-10W. Immediate access to the interstate makes your ride a breeze, and easy transportation options get you on the road in minutes. You can catch a rideshare with Uber or Lyft in a designated spot right outside the front door, or get your own ride from one of the six rental car companies located on-site:

• Avis
• Budget Car Rental
• Hertz
• Enterprise
• Dollar Car Rental
• Thrifty

Non-Stop Flights to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

If you’re down for a drive and love a good discount, you can catch one of dozens of daily and weekly non-stop flights to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). Just over 200 miles from the Alabama Gulf Coast, MSY is a large, bustling airport with 16 airlines serving over 50 nonstop destinations across the country. Rates are sometimes cheaper at MSY than other local airports, and travelers enjoy getting a taste of its rich cajun culture before making their way to our coastal communities.

Non-Stop Flights to MSY

MSY offers daily and weekly non-stop connections to cities across the continental U.S., including some of the most popular airports in the world:

• Atlanta, Georgia – Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
• Baltimore, Maryland – Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI)
• Boston, Massachusetts – Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
• Charlotte, North Carolina – Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
• Chicago, Illinois – Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
• Dallas, Texas – Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Dallas Love Field (DAL)
• Denver, Colorado – Denver International Airport (DEN)
• Las Vegas, Nevada – Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
• Miami, Florida – Miami International Airport (MIA)
• New York, New York – John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
• And Many Others!

Getting Around Alabama’s Beaches: MSY offers a variety of transportation options to get where you’re going. Renting a car will be your best bet to embark on the three-hour drive to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Luckily, the MSY Car Rental Center has nine companies to choose from and is open 24/7 every day of the year.

• Alamo
• Avis
• Budget
• Enterprise
• Executive Car Rental
• Hertz
• National Car Rental
• Payless
• Thrifty

Once you arrive at your airport of choice, it’s time to hit the road to our world-class resorts. The Beach Club Spa & Resort in Gulf Shores and Turquoise Place in Orange Beach offer luxurious accommodations, first-class amenities, and an unmatched beachfront location just steps from the sand. As a guest of Spectrum Resorts, you’ll enjoy a VIP vacation experience where everything you need is right on the resort, from delicious dining and retail shops to scheduled activities and family fun. And when it’s time to head home, you’re not far away from a non-stop flight back at our nearby airports!