Flights
Flights to Branson
Flying to Branson for a game, a concert or a show? The airport you pick decides the rest of the trip more than the fare usually does. This page lists the airport with scheduled flights near Branson, how far it is from the centre and which is nearest each of the city's main venues. StubOrder lists 1,456 upcoming events in and around Branson (counted Sep 24, 2026); fares are searched live when you pick your dates.
The closest airport we list to downtown Branson is Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF), 42 miles away. For Americana Theatre, the nearest we list is SGF at 42 miles.
We list large airports and smaller ones with scheduled flights; business and private fields are left out. How we measure.
Airports serving Branson
Nearest first. Distances are straight-line from the centre of Branson, which is the fair way to compare airports with each other; the drive is always longer.
| Airport and distance from the centre | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) 42 mi (67 km) | Large | Nearest we list to Americana Theatre, Clay Cooper Theatre, King's Castle Theatre, Pepsi Legends Theater, Hamner's Variety Theater, Mickey Gilley Grand Shanghai Theatre, Sight & Sound Theatres - MO and Branson Hillside Theatre. |
Nearest airport to each Branson venue
The busiest venues in and around Branson, each with its own nearest airport. A stadium in the suburbs is often nearer a different airport than downtown is, so this is the table to book from.
| Venue | Nearest airport we list | Second option |
|---|---|---|
| Americana Theatre Hotels near Americana Theatre | SGF, 42 mi | — |
| Clay Cooper Theatre Hotels near Clay Cooper Theatre | SGF, 42 mi | — |
| King's Castle Theatre Hotels near King's Castle Theatre | SGF, 42 mi | — |
| Pepsi Legends Theater Hotels near Pepsi Legends Theater | SGF, 43 mi | — |
| Hamner's Variety Theater Hotels near Hamner's Variety Theater | SGF, 41 mi | — |
| Mickey Gilley Grand Shanghai Theatre Hotels near Mickey Gilley Grand Shanghai Theatre | SGF, 42 mi | — |
| Sight & Sound Theatres - MO Hotels near Sight & Sound Theatres - MO | SGF, 41 mi | — |
| Branson Hillside Theatre Hotels near Branson Hillside Theatre | SGF, 44 mi | — |
Flying in for a Branson event
In the next 30 days (counted Sep 24, 2026): 468 events in and around Branson; 42% on Fri–Sun; 192 of the 467 with a set time start at 7 pm or later, local time.
Fly in the day before an evening event: a delayed afternoon flight is a missed show. Plan to fly home the morning after, because the last departures of the night often leave before a late finish lets out. The dates below set the search to do exactly that, around each event.
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- From about $75.00View Tickets
The Sound of Simon and Garfunkel Show
Hamner's Variety Theater, Branson, Missouri
Shanghai Circus
Mickey Gilley Grand Shanghai Theatre, Branson, Missouri
From about $89.00View TicketsClay Cooper's Country Express Show
Clay Cooper Theatre, Branson, Missouri
From about $94.00View Tickets- From about $121.00View Tickets
Legends in Concert
Pepsi Legends Theater, Branson, Missouri
From about $98.00View Tickets- From about $119.00View Tickets
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Flying in to Branson: checklist
- Book the airport for your venue. For Americana Theatre it is SGF, 42 miles away; the table above has the rest.
- Arrive the day before an evening event, and plan the flight home for the next morning.
- Names exactly as on the ID. The airline compares the booking with the ID at the airport.
- Check the bag allowance. It is shown on every fare; extra bags are not part of the fare price.
Plan the rest of the trip
Frequently asked questions
Which airport is best for Americana Theatre?
The closest airport we list for Americana Theatre is Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF), 42 miles away in a straight line.
What is the closest airport to Branson?
Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) is the closest airport we list to downtown Branson, 42 miles away in a straight line. We list large airports and smaller ones with scheduled flights; business and private fields are left out.
How many airports serve Branson?
StubOrder lists one airport with scheduled passenger flights within 100 km (62 miles) of downtown Branson: Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF).
Are fares shown on this page?
No. Airline fares change by the minute and depend on your exact dates, airports and travellers, so this page shows none. Pick your dates in the search form and StubOrder asks the airlines live; every fare it shows is the total for all travellers, taxes and fees included.
How far is SGF from downtown Branson?
Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) is 42 miles (67 km) from downtown Branson in a straight line. The drive is always longer than the straight line, and the roads near the venues are busiest at event times, so allow more than a map suggests.
Can I buy event tickets and flights together?
Not as one purchase. Event tickets come from our resale marketplace and flights from our travel partner and the airlines, as separate bookings with separate confirmations. Neither depends on the other, so if an event moves, your flight does not change automatically.
How many events are in Branson in the next 30 days?
468 in and around Branson in the 30 days from Sep 24, 2026, when this page's figures were counted. 42% of them fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday, and 192 of the 467 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Which airport is best for Clay Cooper Theatre?
The closest airport we list for Clay Cooper Theatre is Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF), 42 miles away in a straight line.
