Fort Walton Beach Airport

Navarre, US 🇺🇸 Small Airport

ICAO

1J9

IATA

Elevation

22 ft

Region

US-FL

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: 1J9

Local Code: 1J9

Location: 30.4063° N, -86.829102° E

Continent: North America

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

While the user explicitly mentioned Fort Walton Beach Airport (1J9) in Navarre, it's important to note that 1J9 is a smaller, general aviation airport. Most traveler reviews and experiences for "Fort Walton Beach Airport" in the context of commercial travel refer to Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS), which is the primary commercial airport serving the region, including Navarre. This summary will focus on traveler reviews and experiences at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS).

Overall traveler sentiment at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) is mixed, leaning towards positive for its small size and ease of navigation, but with common frustrations regarding amenities and occasional operational inefficiencies. Many appreciate its convenience for accessing the Emerald Coast.

What Travelers Love

Small and Easy to Navigate: Many travelers appreciate the compact size of the airport, making it easy to get around and reducing stress compared to larger hubs.
Cleanliness: Restrooms and overall terminal cleanliness are generally rated positively.
Efficient Security for TSA PreCheck: Travelers with TSA PreCheck often report very short wait times, sometimes less than 5 minutes.
On-site Rental Cars and Ride-Shares: Major rental car agencies are conveniently located in the baggage claim area, and Uber/Lyft services are readily available with a dedicated pickup area.
Good Parking Options: The airport offers straightforward parking lots within a short walking distance, with a free cell phone waiting area for pickups.

Common Complaints

Limited Amenities and Shops: The airport is criticized for a dearth of outlets to charge phones and a limited selection of shops and dining options, with some describing the shops as "poor".
Crowded Concourse Areas: Despite its small size, concourse areas, particularly for B gates, can become very narrow and crowded when passengers line up for boarding, making it difficult to move around.
Security Wait Times (Non-PreCheck): While TSA PreCheck is quick, regular security lines can sometimes experience long wait times.
Lack of Public Transportation: There is no public transportation system servicing the airport, making rental cars, shuttles, or ride-shares the only options.
No Overnight Sleeping Allowed in Terminal: Travelers have reported being kicked out of the terminal overnight by security, though some suggest areas in the main building (baggage claim/check-in) might be more lenient.
Occasional Unprofessional Staff or Delays: Some reviews mention unprofessional staff and issues with flight delays or cancellations.

Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) serves as a convenient, albeit sometimes basic, gateway to the Emerald Coast. Its small size and relatively quick security (especially with TSA PreCheck) are major advantages, but travelers should be prepared for limited amenities and consider private transportation options due to the lack of public transit.

Last updated: 58 days ago

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Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`18/36`	2100 ft	65 ft	TURF-P	Active

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