Jackson-Evers International Airport

Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN) in Jackson, Mississippi, opened in the mid-1960s and was renamed in 2005 to honor civil-rights leader Medgar Evers. The airport operates a single passenger terminal with two concourses and serves as the primary gateway to central Mississippi, handling regional and national flights rather than acting as a major hub. Located roughly 10 miles from downtown Jackson with easy access via I‑55, JAN is served by taxis, rideshares, car rental companies and limited local shuttle/bus options. Travelers typically find fares here more affordable than at larger hubs, with regular service from carriers such as Delta, American, United and Southwest.