Why go
- City in the United States.
- Known for US Space & Rocket Center.
- Served by Redstone Army Air Field (HUA).
History
Huntsville is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Alabama. The population was 215,006 at the 2020 census, making it the 100th-most populous city in the U.S., while the Huntsville metropolitan area has an estimated 542,000 residents and is the second-most populous metropolitan area in the state. As of July 1, 2025, the city's population was estimated to be 233,627 – a 8.7% increase since the 2020 Census. This makes it among the top 20 fastest growing cities in the US. Huntsville is the county seat of Madison County, with portions extending into Limestone County, Marshall County, and Morgan County.
Where to stay
Restaurants & places to go
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Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 8 airlines, 9 direct destinations
- American Airlines AA (CRJ, A319, CRJ-700, ERJ-145, Embraer 170) · 4 routes: Charlotte*, Chicago*, Dallas-Fort Worth, Washington*
- United Airlines UA (ERJ, CRJ) · 4 routes: Chicago*, Denver*, Houston*, Washington*
- US Airways US (CRJ, A319, CRJ-700, ERJ-145) · 4 routes: Charlotte, Chicago*, Dallas-Fort Worth, Washington
- Delta Air Lines DL (717, MD-88, CRJ) · 2 routes: Atlanta, Detroit*
- Air France AF (717, MD-88, CRJ-700, CRJ) · 1 route: Atlanta*
- Alaska Airlines AS (717, MD-88, CRJ-700, CRJ) · 1 route: Atlanta*
- Alitalia AZ (MD-88) · 1 route: Atlanta*
- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines KL (717, CRJ) · 1 route: Atlanta*
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 Redstone Army Air Field (HUA); 24 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: HSV has direct flights to 9 destinations on 8 airlines (incl. Atlanta, Chicago, Charlotte, Dallas-Fort Worth, Washington…).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Huntsville, Alabama. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.