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) has a small modern terminal with two concourses and a few eateries and shops. These amenities are primarily 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 security must be re-cleared 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 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 website 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.   

Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

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

Airport 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 Lounges

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

Drinking Water

A reader tells us, “Water fountains are available on the concourse. There are also several eateries where water can be purchased.” (July 2024)

Food & Drinks

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

Luggage Storage & Lockers

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Mobile Charging

We had no information about mobile charging availability at the time of this update. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

Showers

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WiFi / Internet

Free WiFi is available at Wichita Airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and 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, five family restrooms are 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 the security checkpoint next to the media room in suite 111. Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM.

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 three convenience stores. At the time of this update, there were no shops available landside. Hours: Opens at 4:00 AM and closes at 6:00 PM or after the last flight departs.

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

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

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

Pet Relief Areas – Travelling with a four-legged companion? There are two 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.

Airlines
Wichita Airport is served by the following airlines: Alaska Airlines • Allegiant Air • American Airlines • Delta Air Lines • Frontier • Southwest Airlines • United Airlines.
Airport 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:  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: 2024-08-26

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.