Huntington Tri-State Airport (HTS) — Guide
IATA HTS · ICAO KHTS
A practical traveler’s guide to Huntington Tri-State Airport (HTS) — a single-terminal regional airport in Wayne County, West Virginia, about 3 miles south of Huntington, serving the tri-state area of West Virginia, Kentucky and Ohio.
Terminal & gates
The airport has one compact terminal.
Airlines
Two passenger airlines serve HTS. American Eagle — the regional brand of American Airlines — flies to Charlotte, the hub where onward connections continue; Allegiant Air flies nonstop to leisure destinations in Florida and South Carolina. Cargo is carried by FedEx Express.
Nonstop destinations
Where you can fly from HTS without a connection, busiest route first:
- Charlotte, NC (CLT) — American Eagle (American Airlines)
- St. Petersburg / Clearwater (Tampa Bay), FL (PIE) — Allegiant Air
- Orlando / Sanford, FL (SFB) — Allegiant Air
- Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR) — Allegiant Air · seasonal
- Destin / Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS) — Allegiant Air
- Punta Gorda, FL (PGD) — Allegiant Air
- Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL) — Allegiant Air
The Charlotte flights run year-round; Allegiant’s leisure routes run a limited schedule that varies with the season, and some operate only part of the year. Confirm current timetables with the airline before you book.
Flying somewhere warm? See our guide to flying to Florida from HTS.
Parking
The main lot is within walking distance of the terminal. The first 30 minutes are free, and the flat daily rate is about $10 per day. The lot's payment machines take credit cards only.
Dining & amenities
A restaurant and lounge sit before security — enough for a quick bite or coffee before your flight.
Getting to & from HTS
- Tri-State Airport Shuttle — Flat-rate shuttle / private transfer — door to door, fixed price, with flight tracking.
- Taxi — available at the terminal; metered, varies with traffic.
- Uber / Lyft — pickup outside the terminal.
- TTA bus — the Tri-State Transit Authority serves nearby areas.
- Car rental — on-airport counters near baggage claim.
Car rental at the airport
Rental desks at the airport include Avis, Hertz and Enterprise. If you would rather compare rates before you land, use the search below.
Operators as listed by the airport
Popular transfers
Airport travel guides
- Flying to Florida from Huntington Tri-State Airport (HTS)
- Getting to Marshall University from Huntington Airport (HTS)
- Traveling to Huntington's Hospitals from HTS: A Medical-Trip Transfer Guide
- How to Get from Huntington Tri-State Airport (HTS) to Town: Shuttle, Uber, Taxi, Bus and Rental Compared
- Early and Late Flights at HTS: How to Get There in 2026
- Arriving at Huntington Tri-State Airport (HTS): Where Your Driver Meets You
- HTS vs Charleston Yeager (CRW): Which Airport to Fly, and Getting from CRW to Huntington
- Flying to Myrtle Beach from Huntington Tri-State (HTS): Allegiant Season, Schedule and Fares
- Flying With Firearms From HTS: TSA, Allegiant & American Rules 2026
- Flying In to Ride the Hatfield-McCoy Trails: The HTS Airport Guide (2026)
- Allegiant Flight Cancelled at HTS? What to Do Next
- Connecting Through Charlotte From HTS: Layovers, Delays and Rides
Official airport information
Flight times, gate changes and airport announcements come from the airport itself — we do not publish live flight data.
FAQ
How far is HTS from Huntington, WV?
The airport is in Wayne County, about 3 miles south of Huntington; the drive to downtown runs about 12 miles and 15–20 minutes. It also serves Ashland, KY and Ironton, OH.
How much is parking at HTS?
The main lot offers the first 30 minutes free and a flat daily rate of about $10 per day, within walking distance of the terminal. The lot's payment machines take credit cards only.
What is the easiest way to get to and from the airport?
Book a flat-rate transfer for a fixed price with no meter or surge — door to door with flight tracking. Taxis, Uber/Lyft, the TTA bus and rental cars are also available.
Which airlines fly from HTS?
Two: American Eagle to Charlotte (CLT), and Allegiant Air nonstop to Florida — St. Petersburg/Clearwater, Orlando/Sanford, Destin/Fort Walton Beach, Punta Gorda and Fort Lauderdale — plus Myrtle Beach seasonally. FedEx Express carries cargo only.
Which airport is closest to Huntington, WV?
Huntington Tri-State Airport (HTS) is the closest: it sits about 3 miles south of Huntington, and the drive from downtown runs about 12 miles and 15–20 minutes. The next commercial airports are much farther: Charleston Yeager (CRW) is about 64 miles away, Columbus (CMH) about 140 and Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (CVG) about 150. For a trip to or from Huntington, Ashland KY or Ironton OH, HTS is the practical choice; a larger airport makes sense mainly when you need a route HTS does not fly.
Need a ride to or from HTS?
Get a flat-rate quote