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Biloxi, MS

Biloxi is a city in Harrison County, Mississippi, United States. It lies on the Gulf Coast in southern Mississippi, bordering the city of Gulfport to its west.

Type CityMetro Area Population 416,259

Why go

  • City in Mississippi, United States.
  • Served by Keesler Air Force Base (BIX).

History

Biloxi is a city in Harrison County, Mississippi, United States. It lies on the Gulf Coast in southern Mississippi, bordering the city of Gulfport to its west. The adjacent cities are both designated as seats of Harrison County. The population of Biloxi was 49,449 at the 2020 census, making it the state's fourth-most populous city. It is a principal city of the Gulfport–Biloxi metropolitan area, home to 416,259 residents in 2020. The area's first European settlers were French colonists.

Airports

Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport (GPT) 8 mi to the centre
14035 Airport Rd, Gulfport, MS 39503 — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 7 airlines (American Airlines, US Airways, Air France, Alitalia…) · direct flights to 4 destinations incl. Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 7 airlines, 4 direct destinations

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.

Indoor | Outdoor
Trent Lott International Airport (PGL) 24 mi to the centre
8301 Saracennia Rd, Moss Point, MS 39563 — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Keesler Air Force Base (BIX). Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Biloxi, MS. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

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