JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville International Airport (JIA) in Florida abruptly closed Friday afternoon due to a fire.
Authorities have said the airport will reopen at 5 p.m. for inbound and outbound flights, although some areas may still be closed.
Jacksonville airport closed
What we know:
According to airport officials, the fire broke out in the hourly parking garage, prompting the shutdown.
The airport confirmed the closure in a post on X shortly before 1 p.m.
The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department responded to the scene of the fire around noon. They said they were able to get the fire under control around 1:30 p.m.
At this time, both inbound and outbound road access to the airport is blocked.
No injuries have been reported at this time.
What we don’t know:
The cause of the fire and the amount of damage remains unclear. The airport’s website listed the hourly garage as 90% full around the time the fire started.
The other garages at the airport were accessible around 2:30 p.m., but the hourly garage is still closed.
What you can do:
Officials said travelers should follow signage when at the airport, and passengers should check flight status with their airline or for rebooking options.
Will the fire impact Orlando flights?
Local perspective:
Officials with the Orlando International Airport (MCO) said there has currently been only one diversion to the airport coming from Denver due to the closing of the Jacksonville airport.
Where is the Jacksonville International Airport?
The airport is located just 15 minutes north of downtown Jacksonville in Northeast Florida and serves as the region’s gateway to popular vacation destinations such as Amelia Island and St. Augustine.
This is a developing story. Check back later for more updates.
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The Source: This story was written based on information the Jacksonville International Airport shared on X on May 16, 2025.
