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Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)

Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)

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    Kay Craigie
    "TSA lines are short but many travelers inexperienced & cause delays."(5 Tips)
    Tracy E.
    "Small airport...security check"(5 Tips)
    Cody M.
    "If you're flying to Atlanta from here....DRIVE"(2 Tips)
    Nick D.
    "TSA agents think they own you here."(2 Tips)
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  • Tina G.
    Tina Go HokiesJanuary 10, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    The only airport in the world where the TSA agents smile and say "hello". Be nice back to them.
  • Leah R.
    Leah RJanuary 5, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Fantastic airport to be running late to, especially the early morning flights security and check in do not take much time at all!
  • Rachel W.
    Rachel WitkovskyFebruary 12, 2012
    Some of the nicest people work here. If it's not busy, chat them up!
  • Colin L.
    Colin LordSeptember 20, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    If you're trying to avoid paying for parking, the Smart Way Bus has a stop here at the airport and can take you to/from Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Roanoke.
  • Jeffheart icon on user image
    JeffMay 25, 2022
    Been here 25+ times
    Great regional airport with an excellent, friendly staff. Security lines can be long when VT students are traveling or on football 🏈 game weekends.
  • Rachel L.
    Rachel LAugust 16, 2012
    Check in and TSA are a breeze. Long term parking is cheap. Always fly allegiant!
  • Heidi G.
    Heidi GilbrideJanuary 27, 2012
    No need to go too early. Park rental, drop off keys, check luggage, get passed security, & to your gate under 30 minutes.
  • Evan L.heart icon on user image
    Evan LineberryMay 31, 2016
    Been here 100+ times
    I always arrive 35 mins before take off.. with enough time to check my bag, roll through security with tsa pre and get to gate before boarding starts.. You can't do that at many other major airports.
  • Colin L.
    Colin LordSeptember 20, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    If you're looking for food, there's a McAlister's Deli on either side of the security checkpoint. But that's your only option.
  • Amanda H.
    Amanda HNovember 26, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    They require shirt and shoes, so don't leave home without them.
  • Kirk S.heart icon on user image
    Kirk SpazianiOctober 13, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Quiet, tiny airport. No wait getting through security.
  • Robert M.
    Robert McAdenSeptember 14, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    5 minutes from parking to gate...can't beat it
  • Colin L.
    Colin LordSeptember 20, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Some of the friendliest TSA people I've encountered at any airport.
  • Kevin C.
    Kevin CusterNovember 8, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    There is now a restaurant passed security at the gates! Woohoo!
  • Eric W.heart icon on user image
    Eric WMay 11, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    One plane lands at a time, yet it take 30 min to get checked luggage.
  • Marred J.heart icon on user image
    Marred Jones-SellickMay 5, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The little cafe after security has PBR!
  • Philip B.
    Philip BalisterOctober 21, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Pseudo TSA pre-check. Get an orange card and bypass the porno scanner!
  • Arnold P.heart icon on user image
    Arnold PetersonOctober 6, 2017
    Small airport easy to use, doesn’t require a lot of walking to get through to the flight.
  • Jimlielevators
    JimlielevatorsSeptember 22, 2017
    I flew all the way here from Houston TX to visit my friend Dieselducy and ride elevators
  • Rachel V.
    Rachel VOctober 2, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    If you can avoid it, try not to fly to Atlanta from here. The hold ups are never ROA's fault, and always ATL's.
  • Joe C.heart icon on user image
    Joe ChasseMay 9, 2010
    Been here 50+ times
    Don't rush to get there early, you can check in, go through security, and be at your gate in 5 minutes.
  • Leslie
    LeslieOctober 25, 2011
    Easy airport to fly in & out. Nestled in the mountains & has beautiful views. Read more
  • Kay Craigie
    Kay CraigieSeptember 28, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    The bus from the parking lot to the terminal does not run as advertised. Plan on walking. They have x-ray for checked baggage now. TSA lines are short but many travelers inexperienced & cause delays.
  • JW B.
    JW BlannchardJuly 2, 2010
    Security is rarely a problem at ROA. If you give yourself plenty of time, there is free Wi-Fi provided in the terminal for your pre-flight entertainment.
  • Brandee M.heart icon on user image
    Brandee MaierSeptember 14, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    Sunday morning flights, be prepared for a 30 minute wait at security
  • Lauren W.
    Lauren WalkupOctober 11, 2012
    security can be a pain in the ass. I had to wait 15 minutes for their female assistant to show up and search me because I had an unidentified hard drive in my bag (camera) and almost missed my flight
  • Marty R.
    Marty RileyOctober 13, 2011
    Had to order my buffalo salad 4 times before they figured out I wanted the salad! Kept bringing me the sandwich.
  • Alex C.
    Alex CloakDecember 22, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Vending machines with snacks and beverages by the restrooms on the first floor
  • Matthew M.
    Matthew MooreOctober 6, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Security line is rarely more than five minutes, but the day before spring break or when there is a race in Danville the line can be long.
  • Jeremy H.
    Jeremy HartMarch 30, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Small airport? Sure. Shouldn't take longer than 10 minutes to get through security, though
  • Nest Realty NRV
    Nest Realty NRVApril 17, 2012
    Congrats! You're only 30 minutes from the beautiful New River Valley!
  • Ken W.
    Ken WalkerAugust 8, 2014
    Quickest check-in, security check, in the United States
  • Nick D.
    Nick DillonJune 27, 2012
    TSA agents think they own you here. At least make sure they have your consent before they pat you down.
  • Steve O.
    Steve OSeptember 4, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Stop and say Hi to me, Steve at the National/Alamo car rental counter.
  • Nathan R.
    Nathan RossNovember 26, 2011
    Domestic drafts are $7 in the cafe/snack bar, but they're a good size.
  • Leslie
    LeslieOctober 25, 2011
    Beautiful small airport nestled in the mountains. Read more
  • Rob S.
    Rob SullivanMarch 29, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Eat in the Cafe outside security. Once you go through, there isn't anything decent to eat.
  • Julia W.
    Julia W.June 26, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Small airport - don't assume you can rush through security as most flights all leave at the same time so a rush of ppl.
  • Allegiant Travel
    Allegiant TravelMarch 9, 2012
    Stay connected with the FREE Wi-Fi!
  • Bob Paul K.
    Bob Paul KingJanuary 14, 2011
    Nice service at the cafe' beyond TSA. great hot dogs
  • Amy H.
    Amy HugginsApril 3, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Flights rarely run on time, but there is free wi-fi and no fuss security
  • Philip B.
    Philip BalisterAugust 12, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    Opt at of the porno scanners. We can stop the madness!
  • Holly A.
    Holly AllenMarch 21, 2016
    Nice airport, but had a really grumpy gate agent. Oh well it's a shame that she doesn't like her job
  • Kay Craigie
    Kay CraigieJanuary 14, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Don't expect the parking lot bus to pick you up.
  • Tom A.heart icon on user image
    Tom A.March 20, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Security checkpoint opens at 4:35am...
  • Philip B.
    Philip BalisterApril 14, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    The toilet paper dispenser in the men's room occupies half the stall!
  • Desi S.
    Desi SowersJanuary 19, 2012
    First flight of the day already delayed. Great.
  • Tracy E.
    Tracy EngleNovember 24, 2010
    Small airport...security check was a breeze...even during Thanksgiving travel!
  • Jennifer P.
    Jennifer PritchettJanuary 29, 2012
    Small, but sufficient
  • Glen H.
    Glen HubbardJune 16, 2012
    Be prepared to be slapped in the face if you use the mens restroom below the escalators...
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