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Wallops Flight Facility Airport

Wallops Island, United States40 ft elevation

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IATA

WAL

Three-letter passenger code.

ICAO

KWAL

Operational aviation identifier.

Elevation

40 ft

The airport is close to sea level, a detail travelers often notice in coastal weather and approach views.

Coordinates

37.94, -75.46

Wallops Island map position.

Airport scale

Small Airport

The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

Wallops Flight Facility Airport overview

Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) serves Wallops Island, United States. It is listed as a small airport, so this guide focuses on practical location context, airport identifiers, nearby alternates, and the details travelers can verify before planning a route through WAL.

The airport sits at 40 feet above sea level. Its coordinates are 37.9408, -75.4623, which helps travelers compare the airport with city access points and other airports in United States.

Nearby alternatives include Accomack County Airport (MFV) and Salisbury Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport (SBY). Compare those pages when checking backup airports, local access, or regional routing across North America.

WAL planning callout

For North American airports, parking, rental-car shuttles, and rideshare pickup zones can add meaningful curb-to-gate time. For this page, compare WAL with nearby airport links and the United States country guide before finalizing route choices.

Wallops Flight Facility Airport unique facts

WAL fact 1

Wallops Flight Facility Airport uses IATA code WAL and ICAO code KWAL.

WAL fact 2

WAL serves Wallops Island in United States.

WAL fact 3

In this directory, it ranks #1963 by estimated passenger scale among listed United States airports.

WAL fact 4

Across North America, this airport ranks #2422 in the current featured airport set.

WAL fact 5

Wallops Flight Facility Airport is classified as a small airport, based on airport type and available passenger estimates.

WAL fact 6

WAL sits 40 feet above sea level.

Wallops Flight Facility Airport facilities

Wallops Flight Facility Airport restaurants

At WAL, check whether dining is concentrated landside or airside before settling near the gate.

WAL lounges

For Wallops Flight Facility Airport, lounge access usually depends on airline, alliance status, cabin, or paid-entry rules.

WAL WiFi

Use airport WiFi for maps, airline alerts, and transport bookings before leaving Wallops Flight Facility Airport.

Wallops Island airport parking

For departures from Wallops Island, compare terminal-adjacent parking with long-stay lots and shuttle timing.

WAL accessibility

Request mobility assistance with your airline before traveling through Wallops Flight Facility Airport; same-day help can be slower at peak times.

WAL ATMs

ATMs are most useful for small arrival cash needs in United States; compare fees before withdrawing large amounts.

WAL currency exchange

Currency desks at Wallops Flight Facility Airport are convenient after arrival, but city rates may be better for larger exchanges.

WAL car rental

Save WAL as your return point and follow airport rental-car signs rather than only city directions.

Wallops Flight Facility Airport airport hotels

Airport hotels near Wallops Flight Facility Airport are useful for early departures, long layovers, and weather-sensitive connections.

WAL medical help

For urgent health needs at WAL, ask airport staff for first aid or the nearest medical room.

WAL charging

At Wallops Flight Facility Airport, charge devices before boarding if you rely on mobile boarding passes, maps, or rideshare pickup.

WAL business travel

Wallops Flight Facility Airport business travelers should verify lounge, workspace, and fast-track options before peak departure waves.

WAL family travel

Families using WAL should confirm stroller rules, family rooms, and walking distances before security.

Wallops Flight Facility Airport transportation

WAL taxi and rideshare

Taxi or rideshare is the simplest choice at WAL when arriving late or carrying luggage into Wallops Island.

WAL train or metro

If rail is available at Wallops Flight Facility Airport, compare it against traffic-sensitive road transfers before choosing a taxi.

WAL bus and coaches

Bus service is usually the best-value option for Wallops Island, but confirm stop location and operating hours for early departures from WAL.

WAL driving and car rental

For rental cars, save the airport code WAL in navigation and follow terminal-specific return signs rather than only city-center directions.

Wallops Flight Facility Airport location

WAL

Wallops Flight Facility Airport

37.9408, -75.4623

Accomack County Airport

42 km from WAL

Salisbury Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport

45 km from WAL

Ocean City Municipal Airport

51 km from WAL

Cambridge Dorchester Airport

83 km from WAL

Wallops Flight Facility Airport traveler tips

WAL tip 1

Check the departure board before settling in; smaller schedules can cluster around a few busy waves.

WAL tip 2

Weather delays are usually more tied to regional systems than airport elevation.

WAL tip 3

Confirm ground transport availability for late arrivals, especially outside the main city center.

WAL tip 4

For photos and window views, note the field orientation around 37.94 latitude and -75.46 longitude.

WAL tip 5

If flying general aviation or charter, verify operating hours, handling, and fuel availability before departure.

WAL tip 6

For North American airports, parking, rental-car shuttles, and rideshare pickup zones can add meaningful curb-to-gate time.

Wallops Flight Facility Airport FAQ

Where is Wallops Flight Facility Airport located?

Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) is located in Wallops Island, United States, at coordinates 37.9408, -75.4623.

What is the IATA code for Wallops Flight Facility Airport?

The IATA code for Wallops Flight Facility Airport is WAL. Its ICAO code is KWAL.

Is Wallops Flight Facility Airport a large airport?

Wallops Flight Facility Airport is classified as a small airport in the OurAirports dataset and reads as a small airport in this guide. The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

How early should I arrive at WAL?

For Wallops Flight Facility Airport, arrive earlier during morning and evening departure banks. International travelers should generally plan more buffer than domestic travelers, especially if bags or document checks are involved.

What elevation is Wallops Flight Facility Airport?

Wallops Flight Facility Airport is 40 feet above sea level; The airport is close to sea level, a detail travelers often notice in coastal weather and approach views..

Does Wallops Flight Facility Airport have scheduled airline service?

Wallops Flight Facility Airport is marked as not having scheduled service in the current airport dataset.

What city does WAL serve?

WAL primarily serves Wallops Island and the surrounding region.

Are there nearby airports to WAL?

Nearby comparison airports include Accomack County Airport (MFV) and Salisbury Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport (SBY).

What transport should I check first at WAL?

For North American airports, parking, rental-car shuttles, and rideshare pickup zones can add meaningful curb-to-gate time. For Wallops Flight Facility Airport, compare fixed-link transit, official taxis, rideshare pickup, and hotel transfer options before arrival.

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