Why go
- City in Northeast Arkansas.
- Served by Kirk Field (PGR).
History
Jonesboro is a city in and it is one of two county seats of Craighead County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 78,579 as of the 2020 census, and was estimated at 83,296 in 2025, making it the fifth-most-populous city in Arkansas. Located on Crowley's Ridge in the northeastern part of the state. Jonesboro is the home of Arkansas State University and is the cultural and economic center of Northeast Arkansas.
Where to stay
Restaurants & places to go
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Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
- Air Choice One 3E (CNC) · 1 route: St. Louis
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 Kirk Field (PGR); 135 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: JBR has direct flights to 1 destination on 1 airline (incl. St. Louis).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Jonesboro, Arkansas. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.