Santa Maria Public Airport – SMX Airport
Santa Maria Public Airport is located in Santa Maria, Santa Barbara County, California. It is a public airport owned by the Santa Maria Public Airport District. The airport is currently served by one airline with destination flights to Las Vegas.
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The United States Army first built SMX Airport during the 2nd World War. It was named Santa Maria Army Air Field but changed its name in 1964 to its present designation. The airport is also known as Capt. G. Allan Hancock Field. The first airline ever to serve in the airport was the Pacific Seaboard Air Lines. Now, Allegiant Air serves the airport. Today, the airport occupies land measuring 2,516 acres and features two runways with asphalted surfaces. As of 2017, the airport had a record of 38,519 aircraft operations. The airport is also home base for over 200 aircrafts used for general aviation. Nearby cities such as Ballard, Carpinteria, Isla Vista and other areas benefit from using the services of the airport.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Radisson Hotel Santa Maria is located a mere 2-minute drive away from Santa Maria Public Airport. It offers warm and spacious rooms with an outdoor pool. Town & Country Inn is a 7-minute drive away and is an informal hotel that offers free breakfast. Solaire Inn & Suites is 9 minutes away from the airport and is known for being an eco-friendly hotel.
Located only 36 minutes away from the airport is the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport. Also located nearby is the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, only an hour and 4 minutes away. Both airports serve as alternative airports for nearby residents.
