Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions.
Airline Travel
Which airlines serve the airport?
TXK offers daily, nonstop service to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) on American Airlines, a major connecting hub to thousands of cities across the world. TXK has airline contact information on this website.
How many checked bags and carry-on items are allowed?
Check with your airline for all baggage information, as quantity, size, and weight restrictions vary. TXK has airline contact information on this website.
Can I bring my pet with me on the airplane?
Please contact your airline directly about its pet travel regulations. TXK has airline contact information on this website.
How can I check on the status of a flight?
Flight status information is available on TXK’s flight status page.
How do I request a wheelchair or other assistance for an elderly or disabled passenger or for a child traveling alone?
To request a wheelchair or other assistance, please contact the airline that issued the ticket for the person who is traveling. TXK has airline contact information on this website.
Safety and Security
What identification is required to clear security?
Passengers over the age of 18 must present photo identification, such as a passport, driver’s license, or military ID issued by a local, state, or federal government agency. For international flights, valid passports, visas, or other documentation may be required. Passengers without proper identification may be denied boarding.
For more information, visit the Transportation Security Administration website.
Can non-ticketed passengers go to the airline gates?
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulations allow only passengers with tickets through the security checkpoint and into the passenger boarding area. If you are assisting or meeting a child traveling alone, a person with a disability, or someone else who needs your help, please contact your airline.
Who do I contact regarding lost items?
For questions about lost/damaged baggage, items left on an aircraft, in an airline gate area or in the rental car facility, please check with your specific airline or rental car company. To file a report for a lost item in the general areas of the airport terminal, please contact the airport police department at (870) 772-5833.
At the Airport
Where is the airport?
The Texarkana Regional Airport (TXK) is located approximately three miles northeast of downtown Texarkana. US Highway 67 and Interstate 49 provide quick access from the Texarkana metropolitan area to the airport. The airport’s address is 2600 TXK Blvd. Texarkana, AR 71854.
How much preflight time should I allow when planning my trip to the airport?
During peak travel times, the Transportation Security Administration recommends that passengers arrive at the airport a minimum of 90 minutes before their scheduled departure time for a domestic flight.
Where can I smoke inside the airport?
Smoking is prohibited inside the airport terminal.
Are animals allowed inside the terminal?
Non-service animals, including emotional support animals, are not allowed in the airport terminal unless they are traveling with their owner/handler. If they are traveling, TXK requests the owner have the travel paperwork on hand.
Non-service animals must be kept in a carrier, carried, or restrained by a leash no longer than 5 feet. TXK requests the animal owner maintain control of their animal at all times while on airport property. If an animal exhibits aggressive behavior or poses a threat to the health and safety of others, the owner must immediately place the animal in a carrier or remove it from the airport terminal. The owner is responsible for cleaning up and reporting any mess left by the animal.
The above does not apply to trained service animals used by an individual with a disability, or any law enforcement animals of a federal, state, or local agency in performance of their duties.
What are the food & beverage options at TXK?
Currently, the only food & beverage options at the Texarkana Regional Airport are offered through vending machines at pre-security locations.
Which airline lounges/clubs are located at the airport?
There are no airline lounges or clubs at the Texarkana Regional Airport.
Where can I connect to the internet?
Farmers Bank & Trust provides free Wi-Fi service to passengers throughout the terminal (Wi-Fi Name: TXKAIRPORT).
Is there a place to store bags or other items?
Current security procedures prohibit lockers or item storage in the airport terminal. All items must remain with their owner.
What are the parking options at TXK?
The airport offers a primary parking lot, where the first 60 minutes of parking is free. More information about parking can be found on TXK’s parking page.
The new terminal offers covered Premium parking and an Economy lot.
The curb is not a parking option. Vehicles left unattended at the terminal curb will be towed.
Is there a cell phone lot?
The Texarkana Regional Airport does not currently have a cell phone lot.
About Texarkana
Where can I find a hotel nearby?
The Texarkana A&P Commission can provide you with information for local lodging options. Whether you’d like to stay near the airport or closer to town, they can point you in the right direction. Contact them now for a list of lodging options.
Where can I get tourism information about Texarkana and the Ark-La-Tex?
The Texarkana Welcome Center has staff, maps, and literature available in the terminal. For other information, visit the following websites:
When will the new passenger terminal at TXK be complete?
All flights will arrive and depart from the new terminal starting on July 1.
Will TXK be getting any new airlines or adding destinations?
The ability for us to attract more airlines and add destinations depends on our community flying into and out of TXK. The more people who fly TXK, the more airlines will take notice of the well-performing passenger loads and will want to grow their operation at our airport to meet the demand. In other words, we need YOU to support TXK so we can grow and become a better airport for the region!
