Why go
- City in Texas, United States.
- Served by Avenger Field (SWW).
- Home to roughly 176,579 people.
History
Abilene is a city in Taylor and Jones counties, Texas, United States. Its population was 125,182 at the 2020 census. It is the principal city of the Abilene metropolitan statistical area, which had a population of 176,579 as of 2020. Abilene is home to three Christian universities: Abilene Christian University, McMurry University, and Hardin–Simmons University. It is the county seat of Taylor County. Dyess Air Force Base is located on the west side of the city.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 1 direct destination
- American Airlines AA (ERD, ERJ-145, CRJ) · 1 route: Dallas-Fort Worth*
- US Airways US (ERD, ERJ-145) · 1 route: Dallas-Fort Worth
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Avenger Field (SWW); 34 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: ABI has direct flights to 1 destination on 2 airlines (incl. Dallas-Fort Worth).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Abilene, Texas. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.