Mobile Downtown Airport
Mobile Downtown Airport, identified by BFM and KBFM, is a medium airport serving Mobile in the United States. Its downtown location makes it a practical arrival point for travelers who want quicker access to the city rather than a longer transfer from a more distant airport. Sitting at just 26 feet above sea level, the airfield is part of the low-lying Gulf Coast landscape, and it operates on America/Chicago time, which is useful to keep in mind when planning arrivals, departures, and onward ground transport.
About Mobile Downtown Airport
Mobile Downtown Airport, identified by BFM and KBFM, is a medium airport serving Mobile in the United States. Its downtown location makes it a practical arrival point for travelers who want quicker access to the city rather than a longer transfer from a more distant airport. Sitting at just 26 feet above sea level, the airfield is part of the low-lying Gulf Coast landscape, and it operates on America/Chicago time, which is useful to keep in mind when planning arrivals, departures, and onward ground transport.
Overview
Mobile Downtown Airport, identified by BFM and KBFM, is a medium airport serving Mobile in the United States. Its downtown location makes it a practical arrival point for travelers who want quicker access to the city rather than a longer transfer from a more distant airport. Sitting at just 26 feet above sea level, the airfield is part of the low-lying Gulf Coast landscape, and it operates on America/Chicago time, which is useful to keep in mind when planning arrivals, departures, and onward ground transport.
Airfield facts
- Airport codes: BFM (IATA) and KBFM (ICAO)
- Airport type: medium airport serving Mobile, United States
- Elevation: 26 ft (8 m)
- Runway 14/32: 9,618 ft, paved, lighted
- Runway 18/36: 7,800 ft, paved, lighted
What this means for travelers
For visitors, the key advantage of Mobile Downtown Airport is convenience: it is geared toward getting you close to the city quickly, which can make business trips, regional travel, and short stays easier to manage. The two paved, lighted runways provide operational flexibility and support airport activity in a range of conditions, while the longer 14/32 runway is substantial in length for a downtown-serving field. Before you travel, it is smart to confirm your ground transportation plans in advance and double-check local time in Mobile, especially if you are connecting from another U.S. time zone.
Routes
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FAQ
Mobile Downtown Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Mobile Downtown Airport is located in Mobile, United States (North America), at coordinates 30.680°, -88.230°.
- Its IATA code is BFM and its ICAO code is KBFM.
- Mobile Downtown Airport serves Mobile, United States. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Mobile Downtown Airport operates on America/Chicago local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Mobile Downtown Airport sits at latitude 30.680° and longitude -88.230°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from BFM. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for BFM is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from BFM on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is 2495 Michigan Avenue, Mobile, Alabama, 36615, United States, the phone number is +1 251-433-2800, the official website is https://www.signatureflight.com/locations/BFM. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in United States. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.