Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport/Adams Field (LIT)

Little Rock, Arkansas KLIT #102 US airport by passengers

Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (also known as Adams Field) is on the east side of Little Rock, Arkansas. It is a joint civil-military airport, about 4 miles from downtown.

FAA status
No delays reported Updated just now
Weather now
VFR 59°F Observed 4 h ago
Late departures
21.6%May 2026 to July 2026
Security line
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LIT at a glance

Clinton National is a small, two-level terminal with one concourse that runs into a rotunda. It is open 24 hours, but the TSA checkpoint opens around 4 a.m. and airline ticket counters open around 3:30 a.m.

Parking is $1 per 20 minutes with daily caps from $10 to $15, and the covered Terminal Garage is connected to the terminal by a skybridge. The airport has no lounges, so plan to use the gate areas and terminal seating.

Main airlines: Allegiant, American, Delta, Frontier, Southwest and United serve LIT, according to the airport's FAQ.

FAA delay status for LIT

The FAA is not reporting a ground stop, ground delay program or other delay at LIT right now.

Source: FAA National Airspace System Status, checked just now. Airline-specific delays are not shown here.

Current conditions at LIT

VFR

59°F15°C

Good visibility and high cloud base. Normal operations are typical.

Wind
Calm
Visibility
10+ mi
Clouds
SCT 10,000 ft
Ceiling
None
Pressure
30.04 inHg

METARMETAR KLIT 101153Z 00000KT 10SM SCT100 15/12 A3004 RMK AO2 SLP173 T01500122 10200 20150 53008

Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center. Observed 4 h ago.

Full weather, TAF, forecast and runways →

On-time performance at LIT

Based on 3,738 departures from May 2026 to July 2026. A flight counts as late when it leaves 15 or more minutes after schedule.

21.6%Departures late
24.4%Arrivals late
1.22%Cancelled
18.4 minAverage departure delay
On-time performance by airline at LIT
AirlineDeparturesLateCancelled
Envoy Air 1,386 19.9% 1.66%
SkyWest Airlines 728 22.4% 1.10%
Southwest Airlines 651 30.7% 0.15%
Delta Air Lines 599 14.9% 1.34%

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, On-Time Performance of reporting carriers. Smaller regional carriers and some airlines are not included.

Late departures by month

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Terminals

Ticketing and baggage claim level

Ticket counters, baggage claim, the Ground Transportation Center at the south end, and the rideshare and taxi areas outside the terminal.

Security and concourse

The TSA checkpoint is in the middle of the terminal. The concourse runs from security to a rotunda at the end. Eateries and shops are on both sides of security.

Gate area

Gates run along one concourse, with charging stations at every gate seat and laptop workstations at both ends of the concourse, near gates 1 and 12.

Moving between terminals

LIT has one passenger terminal, so you do not transfer between buildings. The single concourse connects the checkpoint to the rotunda and gates.

Terminal guide →

Getting to and from LIT

  • Taxi

    Taxi stand

    Outside Exit H, on the north side of baggage claim near carousel 1.

  • Limousine

    Ground Transportation Center

    At the south end of the terminal. It has counters for limousines and shuttle service.

  • Bus

    Rock Region Metro

    Buses leave from Exit D near baggage claim carousel 3, with a stop beside the shuttle pickup area. Check the Rock Region Metro site for schedules.

  • Shuttle

    Private shuttles and door-to-door services

    Shuttles pick up at Exit D near carousel 3. Door-to-door providers that must be booked in advance include InterCity Transportation, Joel Enterprises and Journey On Chauffeur Service.

  • Rideshare

    Uber and Lyft

    Uber and Lyft pick up next to the entrance to the Parking Deck garage, through Door F of the terminal, according to a third-party guide. Arriving passengers can also be picked up at baggage claim curbside, Entrance D.

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Tips for LIT

  • The airport is open 24 hours, but airlines, concessions and rental cars keep their own hours. Check each one before you go.
  • A pet relief area is in the concourse near the exit, across from the TSA checkpoint.
  • If a delay leaves you waiting landside, the public side of the terminal is open.

Frequently asked questions

What time does security open at LIT?

The TSA checkpoint generally opens at 4 a.m. daily. Airline ticket counters usually open around 3:30 a.m. for the first flights.

How much does parking cost at Little Rock Clinton National Airport?

Most lots charge $1 per 20 minutes, with daily maximums of $10 or $15. The East Hourly lot is free for the first 45 minutes, then $3 per hour up to $15. Accessible spaces cost $10 per day.

Is there free Wi-Fi at LIT?

Yes. Connect to "LIT Free WiFi," open your browser and accept the terms.

Is there a lounge at LIT?

No. LIT has no private or pay-per-use lounges. Charging stations are at every seat in the gate areas.

Does LIT have TSA PreCheck?

Yes. PreCheck lanes are available at the checkpoints, and the enrollment office is on the third level above the security entrance, open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Is there a CLEAR lane at LIT?

No. The airport does not currently have CLEAR lanes.

How do I get from LIT to downtown Little Rock?

Rock Region Metro buses leave from Exit D near carousel 3. Taxis wait outside Exit H. Uber and Lyft pick up by the parking garage entrance.

Can I sleep at the airport?

The terminal is open 24 hours, but the TSA checkpoint opens around 4 a.m. Until then, only the landside public area is open to you, and you cannot reach the gates.

Are there hotels near the airport?

Yes. Several hotels are within a mile, including Hampton Inn & Suites, Comfort Inn & Suites, Fairfield Inn & Suites, Holiday Inn Express and Wyndham Grand Executive Center. Several offer free airport shuttles.

How busy is LIT?

About 1,126,047 passengers boarded flights at Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport/Adams Field in 2025, according to FAA enplanement data. That ranks it number 102 among US airports.

How often are flights late at LIT?

Over May 2026 to July 2026, 21.6% of departures at LIT left 15 or more minutes late, and 1.22% of flights were cancelled (Bureau of Transportation Statistics).

Guide content last reviewed October 9, 2026. Report a correction