Williston Basin International Airport (XWA)
Williston, US 🇺🇸 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
KXWA
IATA
XWA
Elevation
2344 ft
Region
US-ND
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GPS Code: KXWA
Local Code: XWA
Location: 48.258387° N, -103.748797° E
Continent: North America
Type: Medium Airport
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Travelers generally report a positive experience at Williston Basin International Airport (KXWA), frequently highlighting its modern facilities and friendly atmosphere. The airport is seen as a convenient and efficient travel hub for the region.
What Travelers Love
- Modern Facilities and Aesthetics: The airport features beautifully decorated interiors, comfortable seating areas, and updated amenities, contributing to a pleasant travel experience.
- Friendly and Helpful Staff: Passengers often praise the kind and pleasant airport staff, noting their helpfulness in making travel easier.
- Efficient Operations and Quick Security: The airport is designed for ease of navigation with streamlined processes. Security lines are generally quick and efficient, ensuring passengers move through without significant delays. Current TSA wait times are estimated at around 12 minutes.
- Good Range of Amenities: XWA offers a variety of amenities including a full-service bar and restaurant, a gift shop featuring local artisan craftsmanship, grab-and-go snacks, a children's play area, private nursing rooms, and free Wi-Fi.
Common Complaints
- Flight Connections and Baggage Handling: Some travelers have reported occasional challenges with flight connections and baggage handling.
- Potential De-icing Delays: While the airport is proactive in addressing them, there can be potential delays due to de-icing, especially during winter months.
- TSA Line Opening Times: Travelers are advised to be mindful of TSA line and bag drop/check timings, as the TSA line typically opens only about 30 minutes before each flight.
Overall, Williston Basin International Airport provides a comfortable and efficient travel experience, particularly appreciated for its modern infrastructure and welcoming staff, despite minor issues occasionally encountered with connections and potential weather-related delays.
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Airport Routes
Williston Basin International Airport (XWA) offers 13 flight routes operated by 5 airlines. Major carriers include SkyWest, Corporate Air, Alpine Aviation and others. Popular destinations from Williston include Bismarck Muni, Hector Intl, Denver Intl, Dillon and Phoenix Deer Valley.
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Top Airlines
Operating at Williston Basin International AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SkyWest
SKW
/ OO
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2 | 181 | 2 | Feb 5, 2026 |
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Corporate Air
CPT
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2 | 14 | 2 | Jan 3, 2026 |
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Alpine Aviation
AIP
/ 5A
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2 | 4 | 2 | Jan 28, 2026 |
Sun Country Airlines
SCX
/ SY
|
1 | 3 | 1 | Nov 30, 2025 |
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Jet Linx
JTL
/ JL
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1 | 1 | 1 | Nov 30, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
14/32 |
7501 ft | 150 ft | CON | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
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Ground Transportation
Taxis
Several local taxi companies are available at the airport. Taxis are typically waiting for arriving flights. Rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft also operate in the area and provide service to and from the airport.
Rental Cars
Multiple car rental agencies have counters inside the terminal building, located directly across from the baggage claim area. Companies available on-site include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, and National/Alamo.
Public Transportation
There is no direct public bus or shuttle service that connects to Williston Basin International Airport. Travelers needing to get into Williston or the surrounding areas must use a taxi, rideshare service, or a rental car.
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