Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois is a regional airport serving Marion and the surrounding southern Illinois area. It operates scheduled domestic services and general aviation from a single terminal building.
The terminal is small and practical, oriented to regional passenger flows with short distances between curbside, check-in and the departure lounge.
Getting to and From Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois #
Common transport modes are car, taxi and shuttle; downtown Marion is typically a short drive from the airport (around 10-20 minutes depending on traffic).
- Car / driving: Most travellers use private cars; parking is available on-site.
- Taxi / ride-share: Local taxi services operate; ride-share coverage may vary.
- Bus: Public transit links may be limited-check local schedules.
- Rental cars: Available from nearby providers-reserve in advance.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois #
Facilities are modest: check-in, seating area, restrooms and limited food or vending options. There are no large retail areas or airline lounges.
Wi‑Fi and charging points may be available but limited. Accessibility services are provided in line with US regional airport standards-contact the airline or airport in advance for specific needs.
Tips for Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois #
- Check flight frequency and days-regional airports often have limited daily service.
- Taxis and shuttle services are available but may require booking outside peak times-arrange transfers ahead for early/late flights.
- If flying into the area for business, confirm transport options with your host as some providers service the airport directly.
Weather & Climate near Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois #
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1145 mm/year), wettest in May.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 4° | -5° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| February | Poor | -3° - 8° | -1° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.7 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.7h |
| March | Acceptable | 2° - 14° | 5° | 120 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.0 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 7° - 20° | 14° | 109 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.0h |
| May | Very Good | 13° - 25° | 19° | 121 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 14.0h |
| June | Excellent | 18° - 30° | 24° | 102 mm | some cloud | 78% | 2.7 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.5h |
| July | Very Good | 20° - 32° | 26° | 93 mm | some cloud | 76% | 2.3 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 14.3h |
| August | Excellent | 19° - 31° | 25° | 89 mm | some cloud | 72% | 2.1 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.4h |
| September | Excellent | 15° - 28° | 21° | 79 mm | some cloud | 70% | 2.3 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.3h |
| October | Good | 8° - 21° | 15° | 76 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.1h |
| November | Acceptable | 3° - 14° | 6° | 107 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.4 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.0h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 7° | -1° | 99 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.5h |