Cape Cod Gateway Airport
Cape Cod Gateway Airport (Hyannis) serves Cape Cod, Massachusetts, and the Kennedy family's legendary summer compound. Located 1 mile north of downtown Hyannis, HYA offers a 5,425-foot runway accommodating most mid-size jets. The airport serves the Cape Cod beaches, Hyannisport (the Kennedy Compound), whale watching tours, and ferry connections to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard. Estimated charter rates to Cape Cod via HYA: light jets from $4,500 per hour, mid-size jets from $6,000 per hour.
Transworld Jets Insider Tip
Hyannis is the gateway to the Kennedy Compound at Hyannisport and the primary departure point for ferries and flights to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard. Cape Cod's National Seashore, whale watching from Provincetown, and the charming villages draw millions of summer visitors. The Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival and Pops by the Sea are cultural highlights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at Hyannis?
The 5,425-foot runway accommodates most mid-size jets. For heavy jets, Providence (PVD) or Nantucket (ACK) are alternatives.
How close is HYA to the Kennedy Compound?
Cape Cod Gateway Airport is approximately 2 miles from the Kennedy Compound at Hyannisport, typically a 5-minute drive.
Can I fly from Hyannis to Nantucket?
Yes. Cape Air operates frequent flights from Hyannis to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard, typically a 15-minute flight. Our brokers can also arrange direct charter flights.
Aircraft Compatible with Cape Cod Gateway Airport
Based on the longest runway (5,425 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 5,425 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 15/33 | 5,255 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
Nearby Alternative Airports
More Airports in Massachusetts
Laurence G Hanscom Field
BED — Bedford
Beverly Regional Airport
BVY — Beverly / Danvers
Boston Logan International Airport
BOS — Boston
Westover Metropolitan Airport / Westover Air Reserve Base
CEF — Chicopee
Lawrence Municipal Airport
LWM — Lawrence
Martha's Vineyard Airport
MVY — Martha's Vineyard
Nantucket Memorial Airport
ACK — Nantucket
New Bedford Regional Airport
EWB — New Bedford
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- IATA Code
- HYA
- ICAO Code
- KHYA
- Elevation
- 54 ft
- Runways
- 2
- Longest Runway
- 5,425 ft
- Location
- Hyannis, Massachusetts