Killeen–Fort Hood

Overview

Killeen Regional Airport / Robert Gray Army Airfield, known by the codes GRK and KGRK, is a medium airport serving Fort Cavazos in central Texas. It combines civilian air travel with the presence of Robert Gray Army Airfield, so the airport has a practical, no-nonsense feel that suits both military and everyday passenger traffic. Sitting at an elevation of 1,015 feet (309 m), it offers a straightforward arrival and departure point for travelers heading to the Fort Cavazos area and nearby communities.

Key facts

• Official name: Killeen Regional Airport / Robert Gray Army Airfield
• Airport codes: GRK (IATA) and KGRK (ICAO)
• Airport type: Medium airport
• Main runway: 15/33, 9,997 feet long, paved and lighted
• Local time zone: America/Chicago

What travelers should know

For visitors, GRK is best understood as a functional regional gateway rather than a sprawling hub, which can make the travel experience simpler and less overwhelming. The long, paved, lighted runway supports reliable operations, while the airport’s role in serving Fort Cavazos means it is especially relevant for military-related trips, family visits, and official travel. If you are planning onward transport, it is worth keeping Central Time in mind when coordinating pickups, hotel check-in, or ground travel across the region, especially if you are arriving from another U.S. time zone.

Why it matters

Choosing GRK can be especially convenient if Fort Cavazos is your main destination, since the airport is closely tied to that community and designed around direct regional access. Instead of landing far away and facing a longer transfer, travelers can arrive much closer to where they need to be, saving time and making the first and last part of the journey more manageable.