Washington Post Ranks RI International 6th Best Airport in U.S.

Washington Post Ranks RI International 6th Best Airport in U.S.

Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport is no stranger to top rankings - and this week, it made another top ten list. 

The Washington Post released “The 50 Best Airports in America, Ranked,” and PVD came in at #6. 

According to WaPo, "Fliers love occasional live music upon arrival, courtesy of a volunteer program. 'Talk about a cheery welcome,' one traveler said.

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In addition, the fact that RI International is now a major hub is another reason for the high marks. "Breeze Airways has a growing base at PVD," writes WaPo. 

Adding to those attributes? RI International's ease of parking….and its bathrooms and beer. 

 

PVD's Fan Favorites

“How often do you hear someone mention an airport bathroom in the context of a rave review? Quite often, it turns out, when you’re in Providence. Passengers call the facilities 'impeccable and beautifully designed' and especially praise the plants at the entrances and fresh carnations, mums or other flowers by the sinks. The restroom love is by design: PVD upgraded them as part of a $10 million project in the last few years,” writes WaPo. 

“The ease of parking and navigating the airport is a big draw here — and a sharp contrast to New England’s primary air hub, Boston Logan. Food options include Rhode Island stalwarts such as Saugy Franks hot dogs and the just-opened Narragansett Kitchen & Bar,” they add. “Need some reading material with your beer? Check out the Little Free Library on the lower level.”

The top airport in the country, according to WaPo? PDX (Portland International).

See the full rankings here.