Sleeping in Airports

Wichita Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Wichita Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit.  Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

I would have to rate it as one of the better ones to get stuck in. – P.L.

ICT Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport.

What to expect

Wichita Airport (code: ICT) consists of a small modern terminal with two concourses and a couple of eateries and shops. These amenities are primarily located on the airside and have limited operating hours, so plan accordingly. WiFi is available and there are outlets for charging mobile devices. There are no private lounges at this airport.

Sleeping in Wichita Airport

wichita airport guideAfter security checkpoints close for the night, all passengers are restricted to the landside areas, and must re-clear security the next day when the checkpoints open. Other than that information, we do not yet have any sleep-related airport reviews.  For uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels near the airport. See Airport Hotels in the guide below or read some traveller airport reviews for more tips.

To help us keep this guide up-to-date, you can add or update information or write a review to submit airport tips and photos. You can also visit the airport’s web site for current information.  For more airport information continue scrolling down to explore more in our Wichita Airport Guide.

In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.  For more information on Europe’s Schengen Area, click here.

airport hotelsAirport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Wichita Airport that provide free airport shuttles:

  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Wichita Airport  » Check Rates
  • Hampton Inn & Suites Wichita Airport   » Check Rates

For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Wichita Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.

airport loungeAirport Lounges

There are no pay-per-use lounges available at this airport.

wifiAirport WiFi / Internet

Free WiFi is available at Wichita Airport.

airport infoMore Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover At The Airport

ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so be sure to check your bank’s fee schedule and your daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Locations: Landside • Airside, next to the food court.

Baby Care Facilities – If you are travelling with an infant, there 5 family restrooms can be found on the main floor and concourse. A lactation pod is also available across Gate 3.

Baggage Carts – Need a hand with your luggage? Baggage carts (Smarte Carte) are available in the baggage claim area and the west end of the parking garage. Rate: $5 per cart.

Business Center – Computer access, copy/fax/scan/print services, notary, gift cards, shipping services and more. Location: 2nd floor, landside, immediately before security checkpoint next to media room in suite 111. Hours: 8:30AM – 5:30PM.

Children’s Play Area – When you want to ensure your kids burn off all their energy before their flight, take them to the children’s play area. Location: airside, across from Gate 1.

Duty Free & Shopping – Duty Free is not available. Airside you will find 3 convenience stores. At the time of this update, there were no shops available landside. Hours: Opens at 4:00AM and closes 6:00PM or after the last flight departed.

Food & Drinks – Food concessions in the airport operate on varying schedules, with most options open as early as 4:00AM. At the time of this update, there are no 24-hour dining options. You will find 1 option Landside and 5 Airside. Vending machines are available in the airport.

Information Desk – Look for the Courtesy Crew wearing bright red jackets if you need assistance. The information booth can be found on the Ground Level. Hours: 8:30AM – 4:30PM (Mon-Fri).

Luggage Storage & Lockers – Not available.

Massage Chairs – Unwind before your flight in one of the airport’s massage chairs, conveniently located throughout the terminal.

Medical Services – If you feel unwell or injure yourself, first aid services are available. Location: Landside, Level 1, next to Check-in Counters.

Mobile Charging – At the time of this update, we did not have any information about mobile charging availability. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

Pet Relief Areas – Travelling with a 4 legged companion? There are 2 pet relief areas. Locations: Landside, outside the baggage claim area • Airside, Level 2, across from Gate 1.

Postal Services – Drop off your last minute postcards at the airport Business Center.

Rest Zones – There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Showers – Not available.

airport hoursAirport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

airlinesAirlines

Wichita airport is served by the following airlines: Alaska Airlines • Allegiant Air • American Airlines • Delta Air Lines • Frontier • Southwest Airlines • United Airlines.

transportationAirport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Car Rentals

Car rental services are available on the ground floor of the parking garage. The following agencies are available onsite: Alamo • Avis • Budget • Enterprise • Hertz • National • Payless • Thrifty.

Hotel Shuttles

Several area hotels provide airport shuttle service shuttle service:  Comfort Suites Wichita   •   Days Inn Wichita West-Near Airport   •   DoubleTree by Hilton Wichita Airport   •   Hampton Inn & Suites Wichita Airport   •  Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wichita Airport.

See also Airport Hotels above.

Taxis

Taxis are available 24 hours a day in the ground transportation area. All taxis are metered, and reservations are not required.

Last updated: 2024-01-31

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning.  All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice.   The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or  write a review.