Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is a historically important Midwest airport and a practical gateway to Cleveland’s museums, lakefront, music history, and sports culture. Its legacy and rail connection make it more culturally interesting than its size alone suggests.

Cleveland Hopkins was the first municipally owned airport in the United States and pioneered several early airport innovations. It remains directly connected to downtown Cleveland by rapid transit.

Use the RTA Red Line for a direct rail connection between the airport and downtown Cleveland. Aviation-history visitors should verify accessible public areas before planning photography or terminal exploration.