Athens Ben Epps Airport

AHN KAHN Athens, Georgia Elevation: 808 ft

Athens-Ben Epps Airport serves Athens, Georgia, home of the University of Georgia and one of the most vibrant college towns in America. Located 4 miles east of downtown Athens, AHN offers a 5,600-foot runway accommodating most mid-size and super-mid-size jets. The airport serves UGA Bulldogs athletics (the reigning college football champions), the Athens music scene that launched R.E.M. and the B-52's, and the Classic City food culture. Estimated charter rates to Athens via AHN: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour.

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UGA Bulldogs football at Sanford Stadium (Between the Hedges) has become one of the most dominant programs in college football, drawing massive private aviation traffic for SEC home games. Athens' music scene and restaurant culture make it a year-round cultural destination. The Masters in Augusta (70 miles east) also drives Athens overflow traffic.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can heavy jets land at Athens?

The 5,600-foot runway accommodates most mid-size and super-mid-size jets. For heavy jets, Atlanta (ATL or PDK) is 70 miles west with longer runways.

When is Athens busiest?

UGA Bulldogs home football games, especially SEC rivals (Florida, Alabama, Auburn, Tennessee), are the busiest weekends. The Masters at Augusta also drives overflow traffic to Athens.