Mobile Regional Airport (MOB)
Mobile, US 🇺🇸 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
KMOB
IATA
MOB
Elevation
219 ft
Region
US-AL
Local Time
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GPS Code: KMOB
Local Code: MOB
Location: 30.6912° N, -88.242798° E
Continent: North America
Type: Medium Airport
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Mobile Regional Airport (MOB) generally receives positive feedback from travelers, often highlighted for its small size, efficiency, and friendly atmosphere. While showing some signs of age, the airport offers a relaxed and convenient travel experience, often characterized by Southern hospitality.
What Travelers Love
- Friendly Staff and Southern Hospitality: Passengers frequently praise the sweet, warm, and professional personnel, including TSA agents, contributing to a pleasant travel experience.
- Efficient Security and Short Wait Times: Security processes are often described as quick and efficient, with small lines, especially for those with TSA Pre-Check.
- Easy and Affordable Parking: On-site short-term, long-term, and valet parking options are available, generally considered easy to use and relatively cheap compared to larger airports. 15-minute free parking is also offered for quick drop-offs and pickups.
- Cleanliness and Welcoming Atmosphere: The airport is often noted for its clean and welcoming environment, contributing to a relaxed experience.
- Basic, Convenient Amenities: Travelers appreciate free Wi-Fi and charging stations (charging bar and strips behind gate seating) to stay connected. A Mother's Room is also available post-security.
Common Complaints
- Aging Facilities and Limited Modernity: The airport shows signs of age, with some pre-security areas not renovated since the 1990s, and post-security areas having low ceilings and dim lighting.
- Limited Dining and Shopping Options: Travelers note the scarcity of choices, typically finding only a Hudson News (combined with a small restaurant/bar), a cafe, and a grill post-security, with no 24-hour dining.
- Inconvenient Location and Poor Signage: MOB's location in the western suburbs is often cited as inconvenient for those coming from Mobile or other Gulf area cities. Signage from I-65 and Airport Boulevard is sometimes described as almost nonexistent.
- Lack of Dedicated Rest Areas: There are no dedicated sleeping or quiet areas, and frequent announcements can be disruptive for those attempting to rest.
Overall, Mobile Regional Airport is a functional and pleasant, albeit small and somewhat dated, airport that provides a generally stress-free experience for travelers, largely due to its efficient operations and friendly staff. However, those seeking extensive amenities, modern facilities, or a highly convenient urban location may find it lacking. The upcoming Mobile Downtown Airport, expected to open in 2024, is anticipated to offer improvements in modernity and accessibility.
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Airport Routes
Mobile Regional Airport (MOB) offers 87 flight routes operated by 9 airlines. Major carriers include CommuteAir, Piedmont, Endeavor Air and others. Popular destinations from Mobile include Hartsfield-Jackson Intl, Charlotte/Douglas Intl, Dallas-Fort Worth Intl, Sugar Land Rgnl and Birmingham-Shuttlesworth Intl.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
- Hartsfield-Jackson Intl (ATL) 3
- Charlotte/Douglas Intl (CLT) 3
- Dallas-Fort Worth Intl (DFW) 3
- Sugar Land Rgnl (KSGR) 2
- Birmingham-Shuttlesworth Intl (BHM) 2
- Houston Bush Int'ctl (IAH) 2
- Boca Raton (BCT) 1
- Austin-Bergstrom Intl (AUS) 1
- Naples Muni (APF) 1
- Columbia Metro (CAE) 1
- Newnan Coweta County (KCCO) 1
- Nashville Intl (BNA) 1
Newly Discovered
- Dallas-Fort Worth Intl (DFW) new
- Hartsfield-Jackson Intl (ATL) new
- Charlotte/Douglas Intl (CLT) new
- Houston Bush Int'ctl (IAH) new
- Washington Dulles Intl (IAD) new
- Fort Wayne Intl (FWA) new
- Newnan Coweta County (KCCO) new
- William P Hobby (HOU) new
- Lafayette Rgnl/Paul Fournet Fld (LFT) new
- Jacksonville Intl (JAX) new
- Marsh Harbour (MHH) new
- Birmingham-Shuttlesworth Intl (BHM) new
Popular Flight Routes
| Destination | IATA | City | Aircraft Type | Airline | Details | Route Map |
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Top Airlines
Operating at Mobile Regional AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
CommuteAir
UCA
/ C5
|
2 | 466 | 2 | Feb 9, 2026 |
Piedmont
PDT
/ PT
|
1 | 226 | 1 | Feb 9, 2026 |
Endeavor Air
EDV
/ 9E
|
1 | 195 | 1 | Feb 9, 2026 |
Envoy Air
ENY
/ MQ
|
2 | 173 | 2 | Feb 9, 2026 |
Delta Air Lines
DAL
/ DL
|
1 | 165 | 1 | Feb 9, 2026 |
PSA Airlines
JIA
/ OH
|
3 | 94 | 3 | Feb 1, 2026 |
SkyWest
SKW
/ OO
|
3 | 36 | 3 | Feb 9, 2026 |
Mesa
ASH
/ YV
|
1 | 20 | 1 | Sep 23, 2025 |
NetJets Aviation
EJA
/ 1I
|
13 | 14 | 13 | Dec 30, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
15/33 |
8502 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
18/36 |
4376 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 118.5 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.75 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 119.85 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.3 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| MISC | ARNG OPS | 41.05 MHz |
| OPS | AIR | 34.5 MHz |
| RDO | ANNISTON RDO | 122.2 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.3 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis and rideshare services, such as Uber and Lyft, are available at the airport. The designated pickup area is located on the lower level roadway outside of the baggage claim area.
Rental Cars
Several major car rental companies operate at Mobile Regional Airport, with service counters located inside the terminal in the baggage claim area. Options include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National.
Public Transportation
There is no direct public bus service connecting to Mobile Regional Airport. Travelers needing to use public transit must first take a taxi or rideshare to connect with the nearest route of The Wave Transit System.
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