IATA Code
USA
ICAO Code
KJQF
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (USA designation JQF) is a single-terminal regional airport located in Concord, North Carolina, serving general aviation, charter and a limited number of scheduled commercial flights. It is commonly used by leisure carriers and for private aviation.

The airport layout is compact with a single passenger terminal building for commercial service and adjacent general aviation FBO facilities. It is convenient for Concord and the northern Charlotte metro suburbs.

Concord-Padgett Regional Airport
Elevation: 214 m
35.3878, -80.7091

Terminal Guide for Concord-Padgett Regional Airport #

There is one passenger terminal handling commercial flights alongside separate general aviation and FBO facilities. Ticketing, baggage claim and a small gate area are contained within the single building, keeping walking distances short.

No inter-terminal transport is required because commercial operations are consolidated in one terminal; rental cars and curbside pickup/drop-off are immediately outside the terminal.

Getting to and From Concord-Padgett Regional Airport #

Concord-Padgett sits about 15-30 minutes from central Concord and roughly 30-45 minutes from downtown Charlotte by car depending on traffic and exact destination.

  • Car / driving: Driving is the most practical option; short-term and long-term parking available on-site.
  • Taxis & rideshare: Taxis and rideshare services (Uber/Lyft) operate; expect a direct ride into Concord or Charlotte.
  • Rental cars: Rental counters or nearby rental agencies service the airport; reserve ahead.
  • Buses / shuttles: There is no direct commuter rail service; regional shuttles or private transfers are the normal public options to reach Charlotte.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Concord-Padgett Regional Airport #

Facilities are scaled for regional operations with essential services for travelers: a small café or vending, restrooms, and basic passenger seating near gates.

  • Lounges: No major airline lounges; FBOs serve private passengers.
  • Food & drink: Limited on-site options; more restaurants are in nearby Concord.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Free airport Wi‑Fi is generally available; charging outlets are present but not abundant.
  • Accessibility: Terminal is accessible; request assistance for mobility needs in advance.

Hotels and Layovers near Concord-Padgett Regional Airport #

Concord-Padgett Regional is close to Concord and is within 20-30 minutes of Charlotte; most chain hotels are in Concord/Charlotte and reachable by short drive. For late arrivals or early departures choose hotels that advertise free airport shuttles or easy access via I‑85/I‑77.

  • Options: chain hotels and airport-area motels in Concord and the Charlotte northeast suburbs (drive time typically 10-30 minutes).

Tips for Concord-Padgett Regional Airport #

  • If flying Allegiant (common at Concord-Padgett), book seats early-their low-frequency schedules mean flights can sell out quickly on popular travel days.
  • Ground transport to Charlotte is easiest by car or pre-arranged shuttle; public transit direct to Charlotte is not practical for most travelers.
  • Security lines are usually short, but arrive early if you have checked baggage during holiday travel periods.

Weather & Climate near Concord-Padgett Regional Airport #

Climate

Concord-Padgett Regional Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1151 mm/year), wettest in March, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 31 Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
-18°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable -2° - 10° 2° 100 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.5 m/s 0.4 low 9.9h
February Acceptable 0° - 13° 4° 93 mm partly cloudy 79% 2.6 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.8h
March Good 4° - 18° 11° 112 mm partly cloudy 78% 2.8 m/s 1.1 high 11.8h
April Very Good 8° - 23° 15° 77 mm partly cloudy 76% 2.9 m/s 1.5 very high 13.0h
May Very Good 13° - 27° 20° 99 mm partly cloudy 75% 2.4 m/s 1.8 very high 13.9h
June Very Good 18° - 30° 24° 103 mm partly cloudy 71% 2.0 m/s 2.1 extreme 14.4h
July Very Good 20° - 32° 26° 110 mm partly cloudy 69% 1.9 m/s 2.0 very high 14.1h
August Excellent 19° - 31° 25° 99 mm partly cloudy 70% 1.7 m/s 1.7 very high 13.3h
September Excellent 16° - 28° 22° 95 mm partly cloudy 72% 1.9 m/s 1.4 high 12.3h
October Excellent 9° - 23° 16° 95 mm some cloud 74% 2.0 m/s 0.9 moderate 11.2h
November Very Good 4° - 17° 11° 81 mm some cloud 74% 2.1 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.2h
December Acceptable 0° - 12° 4° 87 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.2 m/s 0.4 low 9.7h

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