Car Hire Tyler Airport

Tyler Airport Mini Guide

Tyler Airport was opened in 1937 and was used as a training station for the US Army throughout the Second World War. The airport is now used for several flights with America with airlines such as American Eagle which connects to Dallas and Fort Worth and Continental Airlines connecting to Houston.

After collecting your rental car from Tyler Airport you will find that road links in the area are excellent. From the airport you can drive to the Tyler within 10 minutes or surrounding towns such as Jacksonville and Lindale. Visitors can also access the town if coming from Dallas which is approximately 90 miles drive away via the Interstate Highway 20. A great attraction once you get into the town is Lake Tyler which spans to around 2400 acres. Created in 1949 locals and visitors are free to hire boats and cruise the lake or simply stroll around the park. Guests are welcome to fish and camp onsite if the wish to do so.



Located on Eat Oakwood Street is Cotton Belt Depot Train Museum. Which operated railway services for residents and travellers from 1905 to 1956. Later in 1988 the station was transformed into the museum where approximately 250 new guests visit each month. Inside the museum which is open on weekdays, guests will find many exhibits such as the Bragg Collection which contains over 1500 railway cars. Other items include pictures from former members of staff.