Airport Overview
Boston Logan International Airport is the primary airport serving the Greater Boston area and New England. Located approximately 3 miles from downtown Boston in East Boston, Logan is one of the most conveniently located major US airports relative to its city center.
Terminals
Logan has four terminals: A, B, C, and E (International). Terminals are not connected airside. A free shuttle bus connects all terminals.
Ground Transportation
The MBTA Silver Line (SL1) connects Logan to South Station in downtown Boston in approximately 20 minutes. The Blue Line subway is accessible via a free shuttle to Airport station. Water taxis connect Logan to downtown Boston and the Seaport District. Taxis, rideshare services, and shared shuttles are available. The drive to downtown Boston takes approximately 10–20 minutes.
Rental Cars
Rental car companies operate from the on-airport Rental Car Center, accessible via shuttle.
Parking
Logan offers parking in terminal garages and the Central Parking Garage. Pre-booking is recommended.
Accessibility Services
Logan provides wheelchair assistance and other accessibility services.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get from Logan to downtown Boston?
The MBTA Silver Line (SL1) is free from Logan to South Station and takes approximately 20 minutes. A free shuttle connects terminals to the Blue Line (Airport station). Water taxis are also available to downtown and the Seaport. By car or rideshare, the journey takes 10–20 minutes.
How far is Logan from downtown Boston?
Logan is approximately 3 miles from downtown Boston, making it one of the closest major US airports to its city center.
Quick Facts
- IATA Code
- BOS
- ICAO Code
- KBOS
- FAA Identifier
- BOS
- Type
- Large Hub
- City
- Boston
- State
- Massachusetts
Nearby Destinations
Sources
- ·FAA Airport Data and Information Portal
- ·Massport — Logan Airport official website (massport.com)
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