Major Airports Near Ruston, Louisiana

The closest major airport to Ruston, LA is Monroe Regional Airport (MLU) at about 35–38 miles away, with Shreveport Regional Airport (SHV) offering more flight options about 69 miles west.

Closest Airports

• Monroe Regional Airport (MLU) – Monroe, LA
   Distance: ~ 38 miles
    Drive time: ~ 46 minutes

• Shreveport Regional Airport (SHV) – Shreveport, LA
   Distance: ~ 74 miles driving
    Drive time: ~ 1 hour 6 minutes

• Jackson–Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) - Jackson, MS

  Distance: ~ 175 miles

  Drive Time: 2 hours 20 minutes

• Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) - Little Rock, AR

  Distance: ~ 171 miles

  Drive Time: 2 hours 48 minutes

Other Nearby Airports

•  Alexandria International Airport (AEX) – Alexandria, LA
    Distance: ~ 101 miles
      Drive time: ~ 1h 45 minutes

Travel Tips

• Closest option: MLU is nearest, but SHV may offer better flight schedules and more destinations

• Ground transport: All major airports have rental car services; Shreveport also has bus service to Ruston