Dare County Regional Airport - Outer Banks Airlines

The Largest Airport on the Outer Banks

KMQI in Manteo, NC

Covering 340 acres and featuring two runways, Dare County Regional Airport (MQI) in Manteo, NC is the largest airport on the Outer Banks. The airport is sometimes referred to as Manteo Airport. Its location is adjacent to the North Carolina Aquarium. Taxi service and rental cars are available, and Outer Banks Airlines can help you coordinate rentals if needed.

The office of Outer Banks Airlines is conveniently located in the main terminal building. The airport terminal building was built in 1986 and is owned by Dare County. The airport is operated under a nine-member Airport Authority. There is a small museum located next to our office, and admission is free.

OTHER OUTER BANKS AIRPORTS

Pine Island Airport

Pine Island Airport is conveniently located between Duck and Corolla, so it’s the quickest option for reaching the northern beaches of North Carolina. If you’re interested in flying in or out of Pine Island Airport, you have come to the right place. Whether you own your plane or need to book an air charter, we can help.

First Flight Airstrip at Wright Brothers Memorial

When you need to get to the Outer Banks in a hurry, there’s no quicker – or more convenient – way to travel than Outer Banks Airlines. Not only do we service all five Outer Banks airports, we also help you maximize your time by picking you up at the airport that’s most convenient for you and delivering you to the airport of your choice on the Outer Banks.

Billy Mitchell Airport

Billy Mitchell Airport is the second most remote airport on the Outer Banks. The airstrip is located in Frisco, NC in the heart of Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The airport is named after a local (you guessed it, Billy Mitchell) who was pilot in World War 1. It’s managed by the National Park Service and the NC Department of Aviation and has limited facilities.

Ocracoke Island Airport

If you’re visiting Ocracoke Island, there’s no quicker way to reach your destination than by flying with Outer Banks Airlines. Just say the word, and we can fly you to the Ocracoke Island Airport, helping you avoid beach traffic and the ferry required to reach this beautiful, albeit remote island.