Coastal terminal, apron and runway at Jack McNamara Field Airport in Crescent City, California, framed by redwood hills and Pacific fog.

Airport

Jack McNamara Field (CEC)

Jack McNamara Field serves Crescent City and Del Norte County on California's northern coast near the Oregon border, offering a gateway to Redwood National and State Parks and nearby coastal towns. Compare transfer options to downtown Crescent City, Brookings and surrounding areas, and plan your journey with ease.

Passengers

Luggage

About Jack McNamara Field

Jack McNamara Field is the regional airport serving Crescent City and Del Norte County on California's far north coast near the Oregon border. The airport began as a military airfield built during World War II and later transitioned to civilian use, becoming the main air gateway for this rural coastal area.

The airport handles a mix of commercial and general aviation traffic. Scheduled passenger service operates under the federal Essential Air Service program, with Advanced Air offering flights to Oakland International Airport, while the on-site FBO supports private and emergency aviation.

Located about three miles (five kilometres) northwest of downtown Crescent City, the airport is a short drive from local hotels and the waterfront. It serves as a convenient access point for Redwood National and State Parks and other destinations along the Northern California coast.

A modern passenger terminal opened in spring 2019 and houses airline offices, TSA screening, baggage claim and car rental services. The airport offers two asphalt runways, passenger amenities and easy road access, keeping the travel experience straightforward for visitors to the region.

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Terminal Overview

Travelers walking beneath terminal signs inside an airport

Terminals

Jack McNamara Field operates passenger services through a single terminal building completed in spring 2019. The terminal handles all commercial arrivals and departures and houses administrative offices, airline operations and TSA screening for scheduled flights.

Ground Transportation Services to and from Jack McNamara Field

Transfers

Book private transfers from Jack McNamara Field to hotels, the Crescent City waterfront and other destinations along the Northern California coast.

Hourly Chauffeur

Arrange an hourly chauffeur for flexible travel from the airport, business meetings or sightseeing around Crescent City and the Redwood coast.

Car Rental

Rent a car from Jack McNamara Field for independent travel around Crescent City, Redwood National and State Parks and nearby coastal areas.

Bus & Group Transfers

Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Jack McNamara Field, Crescent City hotels, event venues and other destinations in Del Norte County.