Northwest Arkansas National Airport
Northwest Arkansas National Airport is the primary commercial gateway to the booming Northwest Arkansas region, home to three Fortune 500 companies. Located in Highfill between Fayetteville and Bentonville, XNA offers a 8,800-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets and many VIP-configured airliners. The airport serves Walmart global headquarters, Tyson Foods, J.B. Hunt Transport, the University of Arkansas, and the Crystal Bridges Museum.
Transworld Jets Insider Tip
Northwest Arkansas is one of the fastest-growing metro areas in America, driven by Walmart (world's largest company by revenue), Tyson Foods (world's largest meat processor), and J.B. Hunt Transport. Walmart vendor weeks drive massive corporate aviation traffic. Crystal Bridges Museum (funded by Alice Walton) houses a world-class American art collection with free admission.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at XNA?
Yes. Northwest Arkansas National's 8,800-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets and many VIP-configured airliners.
When is XNA busiest?
Walmart vendor weeks (when suppliers present to Walmart buyers) create some of the heaviest corporate aviation traffic of any regional airport in America. Razorback football weekends are also busy.
How close is XNA to Walmart HQ?
XNA is approximately 15 miles from Walmart's Bentonville headquarters, typically a 20-minute drive.
Aircraft Compatible with Northwest Arkansas National Airport
Based on the longest runway (8,801 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16L/34R | 8,801 ft | 150 ft | Con | ✓ Yes |
| 16R/34L | 8,800 ft | 150 ft | Concrete | ✓ Yes |
Nearby Alternative Airports
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Saline County Regional Airport
KSUZ — Bryant
South Arkansas Regional Airport at Goodwin Field
ELD — El Dorado
Drake Field
FYV — Fayetteville
Fort Smith Regional Airport
FSM — Fort Smith
Boone County Airport
HRO — Harrison
Memorial Field Airport
HOT — Hot Springs
Little Rock Air Force Base
LRF — Jacksonville
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- IATA Code
- XNA
- ICAO Code
- KXNA
- Elevation
- 1,287 ft
- Runways
- 2
- Longest Runway
- 8,801 ft
- Location
- Fayetteville/Springdale/Rogers, Arkansas