Tupelo Regional Airport
Tupelo Regional Airport is the primary commercial gateway to northeastern Mississippi and the birthplace of Elvis Presley. Located 3 miles west of downtown Tupelo, TUP offers a 6,500-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The airport serves the Elvis Presley Birthplace museum, the Natchez Trace Parkway, and the furniture manufacturing industry of Northeast Mississippi. Dedicated FBO facilities provide private terminals. Estimated charter rates to Tupelo via TUP: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.
Transworld Jets Insider Tip
Tupelo is the birthplace of Elvis Presley, with his humble birthplace cottage drawing music fans from around the world. The Natchez Trace Parkway, one of America's most scenic drives, passes through Tupelo. The city is also a significant furniture manufacturing center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at Tupelo?
Yes. Tupelo Regional Airport's 6,500-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning, including the Gulfstream G550 and Bombardier Challenger 650.
How close is TUP to Elvis' birthplace?
Tupelo Regional Airport is approximately 3 miles from the Elvis Presley Birthplace and Museum, typically a 10-minute drive.
Why fly private to the Elvis Presley Birthplace museum?
Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to the Elvis Presley Birthplace museum, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.
Aircraft Compatible with Tupelo Regional Airport
Based on the longest runway (7,150 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 7,150 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
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- IATA Code
- TUP
- ICAO Code
- KTUP
- Elevation
- 346 ft
- Runways
- 1
- Longest Runway
- 7,150 ft
- Location
- Tupelo, Mississippi