Why go
- City in Indiana, United States.
- Served by Kirsch Municipal Airport (IRS).
History
Elkhart is a city in Elkhart County, Indiana, United States. The population was 53,923 at the 2020 census. The city is located 15 miles (24 km) east of South Bend, Indiana. It is the most populous city in the Elkhart–Goshen metropolitan area, which in turn is part of the South Bend–Elkhart–Mishawaka combined statistical area, in a region commonly known as Michiana.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 5 airlines, 9 direct destinations
- Allegiant Air G4 (MD-80, A320) · 5 routes: Las Vegas, Mesa, Punta Gorda, Sanford, St. Petersburg
- Delta Air Lines DL (CRJ) · 3 routes: Atlanta*, Detroit*, Minneapolis*
- Air France AF (CRJ) · 1 route: Atlanta*
- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines KL (CRJ) · 1 route: Atlanta*
- United Airlines UA (CRJ-700, ERJ, CRJ, Embraer 170) · 1 route: Chicago*
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 Kirsch Municipal Airport (IRS); 12 other airports serve the wider area. 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 Elkhart, Indiana. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.