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1. How early should I check-in with American Airlines, at the Manhattan Regional Airport before catching a flight?

Please arrive one hour and thirty minutes before your scheduled flight to ensure that all flight arrangements and security measures are complete. Ticket counter and flight closes 45 minutes prior to departure.

2. What number do I call to check on airline scheduling or lost luggage?

If you are flying American Eagle, operating at the Manhattan Regional Airport, you will need to contact them directly at 1-800-535-5225 to inquire about lost luggage. To schedule a flight out of Manhattan, call 1-800-433-7300. Airport Administration cannot help answer questions about baggage or ticketing.

3. What happens if I need help after the airline counter and Airport Administration offices have closed?

If you need help with a ticket or baggage, you will have to wait until the airline agent returns. For questions pertaining to airport access contact Security to assist you at 785-587-4561. Airport Administration is not open on weekends.

4. What number do I call for a lost item at the airport or on the airplane?

For any lost item please contact Airport Administration at (785) 587-4560, Option 3. 

5. How many flights operate out of the Manhattan Airport?

American Eagle offers three daily flights daily to Dallas / Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and two daily flights to Chicago O'Hare (ORD).

6. What should I do if my flight has been canceled?

You should contact the reservation line at 1-800-433-7300 or go to American Airline's ticket counter in order to get rebooked.

7. Who are those people dressed in blue uniform shirts inside the main terminal building?

They are employees of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). They are here for luggage and passenger screening ONLY within Manhattan Regional Airport. They cannot assist you with baggage or ticket questions. Please wait patiently at the ticket counter for the airline clerk to help you with baggage delays or ticket questions.

8. What are your hours of operation?

Airport Terminal: Sunday-Saturday 3:30 a.m. - Midnight. 

Airport Administration Office: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed from 12-1 for lunch

Airport Administration Office Closed on Federal holidays.

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1. What type of aircraft fuel is available at Manhattan Regional Airport?

We have Jet A, 100LL and Mo-Gas, plus self-fueling tanks; all located on the old airport grounds, the first exit east of the Main Terminal Building.

2. How do I get my name on the T-Hangar waiting list?

Go to the General Aviation tab and click on General Information to fill out the hangar waiting list application.

3. What if my private plane needs maintenance and I've flown in from out of town?

Contact Heartland Aviation for all your aircraft maintenance needs. (785) 537-9200.

4. Can I take pilot lessons at Manhattan Regional Airport?

Go to the General Aviation tab and click on Flight Training to view what is available at the Manhattan Regional Airport.

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1. Where is Manhattan Regional Airport located?

5500 Skyway Drive Suite 120, Manhattan, KS 66503 Airport Administration Office is located at 5490 Skyway Drive, Manhattan, KS 66503

2. What rental car companies operate out of the Manhattan Airport?

Hertz Rent-A-Car and Enterprise, National and Alamo operate businesses out of the main Airport terminal at 5500 Skyway Drive in Manhattan. You may contact them at: Hertz: 1-800-654-3131 or (785) 539-0261 -- Enterprise, National and Alamo: 1-800-736-8222 or (785) 537-0557.

3. What if I arrive at the airport, need transportation and the car rental agencies are closed?

You can contact Uber or Lyft.

4. What hours is the terminal open?

Sunday - Saturday 4:00 a.m. - Midnight

5. Is overnight stay permitted in the terminal?

No, once the terminal closes no one is permitted to remain inside.

6. Who should incoming Warriors/Soldiers contact for Fort Riley transportation?

Incoming Warriors in transition should dial 785-240-5144, and incoming soldiers who need transportation to Fort Riley should dial 785-239-2119.

7. How can I apply for a position at Manhattan Airport?

Go to the Airport Info tab and click on Employment Opportunities to view the current positions available.