Airport voted the best small airport in the country

Hospitality

Oct 15

Written By Staff

Photo courtesy of Gerald R. Ford International Airport

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport earned the top spot in the USA TODAY Reader’s Choice Awards for best small airport. The 20 finalists for the category were selected by a panel of experts and then voted on by the public.

The panel consisted of editors from USA TODAY and 10Best.com, expert contributors, and industry sources. The USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards series highlights top-notch attractions and businesses, providing readers with trusted recommendations.

“We are honored that the best guests in the country have helped us win the #1 spot for the best small airport!” Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority President & CEO Tory Richardson said. “The community’s incredible support continues to propel our commitment to providing a world-class airport experience, and we are thrilled to have won this award for the community.”

The top ten winners in the best small airport category were:

Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)
Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport (PVD)
Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR)
Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO)
Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
Huntsville International Airport (HSV)
Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT)
Pensacola International Airport (PNS)
Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)

Gerald R. Ford International Airport surpassed a record-breaking number of 4 million passengers in 2024. The airport is managed and operated by the Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority, which has more than 100 team members who are responsible for the infrastructure and maintenance of airport facilities. Additionally, more than 1,300 team members from eight airlines, food and beverage providers, maintenance facilities, and several other partners come together to offer air service and amenities to guests.

“We thank everyone who took the time to cast their vote for the Ford International Airport,” Richardson continued. “We also thank our dedicated team members and partners who help provide an exceptional guest experience to this award-winning airport.”

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