Ellington Airport – EFD Houston
A joint civil-military airport in Houston, Texas is Ellington Airport. It is situated 17 miles southeast of Houston’s downtown and is owned by the city of Houston. The airport was previously known as the Ellington Field and Ellington Air Force Base. The Ellington Airport is classified by the National Plan on Integrated Airports System as a general aviation reliever airport for 2011-2015. The Lone Star Flight Museum is housed in the airport is showcasing the Texas Aviation Hall of Fame. Ellington Airport is also home to the nation’s commercial spaceport, the Houston Spaceport.
Best Time to Visit
EFD-Ellington Airport covers 956 hectares of land and has three concrete runways designated 4/22, 17R/35L and 17L/35R measuring 8,001, 9,001 and 4,609 feet respectively. Websteris one of the cities surrounding the EFD. It has a wide range of tourist attractions to choose from including the Clear Lake and Challenger Seven Memorial Park.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The Home2 Suites by Hilton Houston Pasadena is one of the best places to stay close to the airport. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, barbecue facilities as well as a fitness center. Every room in the property is equipped with a kitchenette that has a microwave, fridge, and dishwasher. Guests at the accommodation are served with continental breakfast. Restaurants, cafes and a supermarket can be found close by. You can also book at the nearby Candlewood Suites Houston-Clear Lake and the Fairfield Inn and Suites By Marriott Houston Pasadena, both hotels offer free parking and outdoor pools.
Scholes International Airportis an airport also serving Texas.
