Laredo International Airport – LRD Texas
Laredo International Airport, Texas, USA (LRD) is a public airport owned by the local government of Laredo. It is part of the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for 2017-2021 as a non-hub major commercial facility airport.
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Back in World War II (WWII), Laredo International Airport was used by the US Army Air Forces as Laredo Army Airfield. It was also used by the US Air Force as Laredo Air Force Base during the Cold War, serving as a pilot training center. Military presence at the site completely ended in 1973. Situated at a 1,796-acre land, it has 3 runways measuring 8,236-foot long, 8,743-foot long, and 5,927-foot long, respectively. In 2018, Laredo International Airport had a total of 97,189 airplane movements. It has 1 terminal with 2 levels. The ground level features the check-in counters, baggage carousel, gift shop, restaurant, US customs, and other kiosks. The 4 gates and security checkpoint are at the upper level. The whole terminal is equipped with Wi-Fi access. Currently, 3 airlines operate at the airport. These include Allegiant Air, which has routes to Las Vegas; American Eagle, which has routes to Dallas/Fort Worth; and United Express, which has routes to Houston-Intercontinental.
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Some of the best hotels near Laredo International Airport are TownePlace Suites by Marriott Laredo and Staybridge Suites Laredo. Both hotels are 3-star accommodation offering cozy rooms and complimentary internet connection.
Alternate airport closest to LRD Airport is Nuevo Laredo International Airport, which is in Tamaulipas, Mexico.
