Coastal Carolina Regional Airport Guide

IATA EWNICAO KEWNNew BernUpdated 2026-10-16
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Coastal Carolina Regional Airport sits about 5 km southeast of downtown New Bern in eastern North Carolina. It is the main commercial airport for Craven County and the surrounding Crystal Coast and Inner Banks region. The field first opened in 1931 and has carried several names, including Craven County Regional, Simmons-Nott and New Bern Regional. It took its current name in August 2008.

Scheduled service is light. American Eagle flies to Charlotte, and Breeze Airways has flown nonstop to Orlando and Hartford since May 2024. Airport officials reported a 41% rise in passenger traffic in 2024, driven largely by Breeze. The terminal opened in 1999 and has three gates on a central pier. An expansion was open to passengers by June 2024.

Two asphalt runways serve the field, 04/22 at 6,453 ft and 14/32 at 4,000 ft. General aviation makes up most of the traffic, with about 47,000 aircraft operations recorded in 2019. During World War II, the Marine Corps used the field as an outlying field for Cherry Point, and the Army Air Forces flew anti-submarine patrols from it.

Services

4 of 6 available

Compare 11 listed options at Coastal Carolina Regional Airport, spanning parking, car rentals, hotels and shuttles. Each guide sets out locations, distance from the airport, key features and links to book direct, so you can weigh cost against convenience before you fly. Select a service below to see every provider we track for Coastal Carolina Regional Airport.

Location

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Key facts

Size
2 runwaysopened 1931
Location
35.073, -77.043
Operator
Craven County

Terminals

1 terminal

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport has 1 passenger terminal — Main Terminal, handling domestic flights for around 2 airlines. Check which terminal your airline uses before you travel, as check-in, security and boarding points differ between them, and moving from one to another can take time.

  • Main TerminalDomestic

    American Eagle, Breeze Airways

Nearby cities

2 cities

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport is closest to New Bern (6 km northwest), and also serves Havelock and other nearby areas. With 2 towns and cities within reach, it is a practical gateway for the wider region. Distances shown are straight-line from the airport, so allow extra time for road transfers, traffic and parking.

  • New Bern6 km northwest
  • Havelock35 km east

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Coastal Carolina Regional Airport?

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport uses the following codes: IATA: EWN, ICAO: KEWN. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Coastal Carolina Regional Airport located?

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport is located in New Bern, North Carolina, United States. The airport coordinates are 35.0730°, -77.0429°.

What services are available at Coastal Carolina Regional Airport?

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport offers: 1 parking options, 6 car rental companies, 3 nearby hotels, 1 shuttle services. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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