Rhode Island Airport Departures (PVD)

Flight Departures at Rhode Island Airport

Before exiting your transport vehicle at Rhode Island Airport, make sure to collect your personal belongings before entering the airport gate.

Additionally, it is ideal for passengers to arrive at the facility at least 90 minutes before their flight schedule or per instruction by the airline carrier.

Parking at Rhode Island Airport

Rhode Island Airport has enough parking spaces for more than 7,000 vehicles at any given time.

Please note that some spaces can get occupied quickly depending on the time of day. Allow plenty of time when traveling with your vehicle to the airport.

Cash or credit card payments are accepted at the facility. It is open 24/7. More about long and short term parking at Rhode Island Airport.

Transfer Services at Rhode Island Airport

Providence, Rhode Island has some of the most efficient and comfortable transportation systems in the US.

Passengers with outbound flights can get to the airport on a rental car, taxi, rideshare, shuttle, trains, and public buses.

Rental Car Services at Rhode Island Airport

When ready to return your vehicle to the car rental center, remove all personal items before turning over the rented vehicle to the designated facility.

The car rental facility is inside the InterLink Center at 700 Jefferson Boulevard, adjacent to Rhode Island Airport.

Allow plenty of time for your drive when returning the vehicle. If you’re not sure where to go, give the rental company a call. See all rental car company details at Rhode Island Airport.

Ride Shares at Rhode Island Airport

Rideshare drivers drop their passengers at the Ground Transportation Center outside the airport terminal building.

Passengers can reserve rideshare by downloading the company’s app on their smartphone and coordinating directly with their driver. They can also request a ride a few days before their flight to avoid the inconvenience.

Ridesharing apps should let users verify the identity of drivers by checking out their faces, license plates, and colors.

Taxis at Rhode Island Airport

Taxi drivers will drop their passengers at the Ground Transportation Center outside the airport terminal building.

One-way fare from Downtown is about $25.00. If you are traveling from anywhere outside the city area, please consult your driver for rates. It is customary to give the driver a tip (15-20% of the fare) for good service. See more about booking taxis to and from Rhode Island Airport.

Keep a record of the cab company, vehicle number, and the driver's name when traveling to and from the airport, just in case you leave something behind.

Trains at Rhode Island Airport

The MBTA commuter rail station stops at the InterLink Center adjacent to Rhode Island Airport.

For $2.40, the service is available between Southern Rhode Island (Wickford Junction), Rhode Island Rhode Island Airport, and downtown Providence, Attleboro, Boston Back Bay & South Stations, Canton Junction, Mansfield, Sharon, and South Attleboro, Massachusetts. More about rail services near Rhode Island Airport.

Buses at Rhode Island Airport

RIPTA Bus No. 1, 20, and 66 stop at the far end of the commercial roadway in front of the airport terminal. While Bus No. 14 stops at the InterLink facility at 700 Jefferson Boulevard. The base fare starts at $2.00. More details about bus services to and from Rhode Island Airport.

Hotel Shuttle Services at Rhode Island Airport

Many hotels in Providence provide shuttle services. Passengers may confirm with their local hotel if this is available at their accommodation. Shuttles drop passengers at the Ground Transportation Center.

Other Services at Rhode Island Airport

Wi-Fi at Rhode Island Airport

The airport provides free wireless service through Boingo Wireless or the PVD Wi-Fi network.

ATMs at Rhode Island Airport

ATM cash machines are in both concourses, first-floor Baggage Claim area, and second-floor lobby.

Currency Exchange at Rhode Island Airport

A Currency Exchange is on the second floor of the airport, pre-security, near the American Airways ticket counter.

Nursing Stations at Rhode Island Airport

Nursing Rooms offer comfortable seating, sinks with hand-dryers, access to electrical outlets, mirrors, and room for travelers’ personal belongings. They are located across from Gates 6 and 12 and in the Baggage Claim area near Bag Claim No. 2.

Restrooms at Rhode Island Airport

Accessible restrooms and regular restrooms are throughout the airport.

Food and Beverages at Rhode Island Airport

There are food and beverages shops throughout the airport terminals. Most food concessions operate on varying schedules.

Shopping at Rhode Island Airport

You can do some last-minute shopping inside the facility.

Smoking at Rhode Island Airport

Smoking is only permitted in designated areas outside the terminals. Please follow smoking regulations at the facility.

Lost and Found Section at Rhode Island Airport

If you lost an item in any other area at the airport, including the security checkpoints and shuttle buses, please contact the Lost and Found Office at +1 401-691-2247.

You can also complete the Lost and Found process at any Information Desk located on the Ground Floor, near Baggage Claim.

When leaving your details for lost items(s), please include your full name, contact details, phone, email, and a description of the item(s).

The airport will keep all lost and found items for a considerable time of at least 30 days. After said period, the property will be deemed abandoned. Please talk to the airport representative at the counter.

Ticketing at Rhode Island Airport

Please look for overhead signs pointing in the direction of ticketing areas at the terminals. Each airline has its operating hours, but typically, airlines open their ticket counters two hours before departure time, even for early morning flights.

Generally, payment by cash or checks is not accepted at American airports. Please consult your air carrier or travel agent for more details.

Information Desk at Rhode Island Airport

The Information Desk assists all passengers. Please approach them on the Ground Floor, near Baggage Claim.

Pet Relief at Rhode Island Airport

The airport has several designated pet relief areas inside and outside the terminal.

Animals are not permitted at the airport unless they are in proper pet carriers to assist disabled individuals.

Disabled Passengers at Rhode Island Airport

The airport is fully accessible to passengers with special needs, and wheelchairs are allowed to the gates and aircraft doors.

The “Sunflower Program” is a voluntary program at PVD where passengers can request a free sunflower lanyard. When worn, it allows travelers with hidden disabilities to discreetly indicate they might need additional assistance from airport employees, such as the extra time at check-in or security, escorting to gates, or assistance with reading signage or other airport procedures.

Travelers with disabilities or medical needs who have questions about the policies or procedures at security checkpoints can call +1 401-691-2000.

Additionally, they may notify the airline, travel agent, ticketing agent, flight attendant, or gate agent when carts, wheelchairs, or medical transportation is needed.