Airports Near Kings Canyon National Park

These are the best options to fly into Kings Canyon:

Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)

Fresno Yosemite International Airport is the closest and most convenient airport for visitors planning to explore Kings Canyon National Park. It's about a 1.5-hour drive to the park, making it an ideal starting point for your adventure. The airport offers a variety of car rental services, making it easy to get on the road as soon as you arrive.

Visalia Municipal Airport (VIS)

Although smaller, Visalia Municipal Airport is another good option, especially for those looking to explore the southern parts of Kings Canyon and the neighboring Sequoia National Park. It is approximately a 2-hour drive to Kings Canyon. The airport provides regional flight access and rental cars are available for the scenic drive to the park.

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

For those coming from farther away or international destinations, Los Angeles International Airport offers the widest variety of flight options. It's about a 4 to 5-hour drive to Kings Canyon National Park, but the route offers beautiful scenery and the opportunity to explore more of California along the way.

San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Another major gateway for travelers coming to California, San Francisco International Airport is about a 5 to 6-hour drive to Kings Canyon National Park. This might be a preferable option for visitors who plan to tour other parts of California before or after their visit to Kings Canyon, including the San Francisco Bay Area, the Napa Valley, and Yosemite National Park.

Map of Airports to Fly Into Kings Canyon National Park

In this map you can find the closest airports to the park, this list includes smaller airports.

Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) Route in Google Maps

Fresno, California, US

Distance: 49.2 Miles
Drive time: 1 hour 0 mins
Fresno Chandler Exec Airport (FCH) Route in Google Maps

Fresno, California, US

Distance: 56.4 Miles
Drive time: 1 hour 8 mins
Visalia Municipal Airport (VIS) Route in Google Maps

Visalia, California, US

Distance: 57.7 Miles
Drive time: 1 hour 15 mins
Porterville Municipal Airport (PTV) Route in Google Maps

Porterville, California, US

Distance: 64.0 Miles
Drive time: 1 hour 39 mins
Mefford Field (TLR) Route in Google Maps

Tulare, California, US

Distance: 73.8 Miles
Drive time: 1 hour 30 mins
Lemoore Nas (Reeves Field) Airport (NLC) Route in Google Maps

Lemoore, California, US

Distance: 90.2 Miles
Drive time: 1 hour 39 mins
Meadows Field (BFL) Route in Google Maps

Bakersfield, California, US

Distance: 106.3 Miles
Drive time: 2 hours 23 mins
Shafter-Minter Field (MIT) Route in Google Maps

Shafter, California, US

Distance: 121.3 Miles
Drive time: 2 hours 13 mins
Mariposa-Yosemite Airport (RMY) Route in Google Maps

Mariposa, California, US

Distance: 123.8 Miles
Drive time: 2 hours 17 mins
Inyokern Airport (IYK) Route in Google Maps

Inyokern, California, US

Distance: 236.0 Miles
Drive time: 3 hours 58 mins