A comprehensive guide to Will Rogers International Airport (OKC)
Quick insights
- Will Rogers International Airport (OKC) is the largest airport in Oklahoma and a short car ride from downtown Oklahoma City.
- OKC has one terminal with three concourses all located on the second floor of the terminal beyond security screening.
- There are several parking lots, but only the premium lot allows advance reservations.
Will Rogers International Airport in Oklahoma City is one of the region’s busiest airports with an average of nearly 70 daily departures and more than 4 million travelers passing through in 2024.
Read on to learn more about OKC—the largest airport in the Sooner State.
Navigating to and from OKC
OKCOpens overlay is less than 10 miles from downtown Oklahoma City and can be easily accessed via I-204 and SW 54th St. There are a few ways you can get to and from the airport, including:
- Rental cars: The OKC rental car center is not attached to the terminal and is approximately a 3-4 minute drive away. Shuttle buses to and from the center are available 24/7, and the average wait time for shuttles is 6-8 minutes.
- Rideshare: Rideshare pickup is permitted in a designated area on the departures level of the airport, just beyond taxi pick up.
- Taxis: Taxi service is available 24/7 with no reservation required. Taxis and shuttles can be found outside the lower-level baggage claim area.
There are no public transit options to and from the airport.
Parking at OKC
OKC airport offers multiple parking options and prices for daily and hourly parking. All lots are open 24 hours a day, and reservations are only available in the Premium Parking lot. The economy and long-term lots are surface lots located farther from the airport, but are accessible by airport shuttle.
The airport also provides a free cell phone lot on Terminal Drive for those who are waiting for passengers from arriving flights. Drivers must wait in their cars in the lot as no unattended vehicles or overnight parking is allowed.
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OKC terminals and map
The airport has one terminal with three concourses: the Center Concourse, West Concourse and East Concourse. The concourses are on Level 2 of the terminal, along with ticketing counters and security screening. Level 1 houses baggage claim and access to ground transportation.
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Security at OKC
There is one passenger screening checkpoint on the east side of OKC’s terminal on level 2. The security checkpoint opens daily at 4 a.m. and closes 30 minutes after the last scheduled departure (usually around 10 p.m.). Travelers can find estimated security screening wait times on the airport’s website.
Passengers are generally advised to arrive at the terminal 2 hours prior to departure. Many airlines now require that passengers and bags be checked in as early as 45 minutes prior to departure. You may want to familiarize yourself with your airline’s cutoff times for checking in.
Getting through airport security faster
Customs and TSA wait times can vary, but there are Trusted Traveler Programs (TTPs) that may help expedite the security and passport screening processes.
TSA PreCheck® allows members to use designated lanes at airport security checkpoints. Passengers in those lanes typically do not need to remove light jackets, shoes, belts or jewelry during screening.
Global Entry allows members to bypass the standard customs line and use a designated kiosk to scan their passport, provide fingerprints and complete a customs declaration. Global Entry members also receive TSA PreCheck benefits.
Some credit cards offer reimbursement for TTP application fees when the cardmember uses their eligible card to pay the fee.
Things to do at OKC
Coffee, eggs or custard—take your pick when it comes to OKC’s dining options. There are grab-and-go spots, fast food options and sit-down restaurants throughout OKC’s concourses. Dining is only available once you’re past security screening.
The airport has a pet relief area just past security screening and options for shopping that include souvenirs, electronics and travel essentials. Complimentary Wi-Fi also is available throughout the airport.
In summary
If you’re flying to Oklahoma, there’s a good chance you’ll be flying into OKC. Oklahoma’s largest and busiest airport is located less than 10 miles southwest of downtown.
The airport has one terminal with three concourses. Ticket counters and all gates are located on the second level. Baggage claim and ground transportation can be found on level 1.
There are several parking lots—covered and uncovered—but only those parking in the premier parking garage can reserve a spot ahead of time. The rental car center is a 3-4 min drive north of the terminal. Shuttle buses are available to take passengers to and from the center 24/7.
