$133 Cheap flight deals from Newport News (PHF) to Jackson (JAN)

Newport News, VA, Airport

Newport News Williamsburg International Airport at Patrick Henry Field is just 15 minutes from downtown. You can book cheap flights from Newport News on Orbitz.com. This airport, which is located at 900 Bland Blvd., is serviced by airlines Delta, Allegiant, Frontier, US Airways and others. The airport is convenient to Williamsburg, VA, a popular tourist destination.

Airport Parking Options

The short-term lot at the airport is the most expensive parking option at $3 an hour, with a $30 per day maximum. The garage is $2 an hour, with a $10 per day maximum. Slightly farther from the main terminal than these two options are the York, Williamsburg, and Newport News lots, which each charge $1 per hour and a maximum of $7 per day. The economy lot is farthest from the airport, but it is cheap; parking is $1 per hour, with a maximum daily charge of $5.

Transportation to the Airport

Many local taxi services provide transportation to Newport News Airport, including North End Cab and All City Taxi. Taxi services charge a metered rate, with a $3 surcharge for airport pickup and drop-off. Private cars can also be hired for transport to the airport; their fees must be negotiated and are not metered. Private shuttles and charter transport options can be arranged through Orbitz.com.

Airport Restaurant Options

The main dining option at the airport is the Blue Sky Café, which offers a selection of sandwiches, salads, and snacks. This café also serves hot entrees that change daily and a selection of alcoholic beverages. Use Orbitz.com to book cheap flights from Newport News and to learn about your airport options.

Traveling to Jackson

Air travel to the city of Jackson, MS and the surrounding area uses the Jackson-Evers International Airport. Jackson-Evers is located at 100 International Dr., 12 miles from the city center, in the small city of Pearl. All commercial flights to Jackson use this airport as their destination. A second, smaller airport is located in northwest Jackson. The smaller airport, Hawkins Field, preceded Jackson-Evers and has now been relegated to private use only. The international airport is named in honor of civil rights leader and Mississippi local, Medgar Evers. The airport provides direct flights to nine cities daily and is serviced by Delta, United, American Eagle, US Airways and Southeast Airlines. It's the only U.S. airport listed among the top ten best in the 2011 Airports Council International survey.

Transportation From Jackson-Evers International Airport

Those arriving at Jackson can find transportation into the city by taxi, city bus, or limousine, or, for larger groups, by chartering a bus. Taxi service is the quickest way into the downtown area, with fares beginning at about $18. City bus service averages about $1.50 per ticket, with prices varying according to the age of the traveler. Car rentals are also available from Avis, Budget, Hertz, and other companies, with rental counters located on Terminal Level 1 near the baggage claim area. Driving from the airport to the downtown area takes only around 15 minutes.

The Weather in Jackson

The weather in Jackson is hot and humid in the summers, with temperatures in Fahrenheit ranging between average lows in the mid-60s and highs in the lower 90s. Winters are mild, with averages running between 35 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Spring and fall tend to average in the 60s and 70s. Dress should be moderately seasonal, with heavy dress likely necessary only during November through February.

Things to Do in Jackson

There are plenty of things to do in Jackson. Annual festivals include CelticFest in September, Crossroads Film Festival in April, and the Mississippi State Fair in October. Multiple theaters and art galleries are available for visitor enjoyment, and a number of museums cover everything from state history to art. Cheap flights to Jackson are available daily, and reservations are possible online through Orbitz.com.