Southwest Airlines Cities



 Jackson, MS
Governors Mansion blues music
As the capital of the hospitality state, Jackson is a melting pot for all things “Mississippi”. With a heritage that appeals to all the senses-you can see the historic architecture, feel the emotion in rich literary works, taste and smell soulful, Southern-style cooking, and hear blues and gospel music, while feeling it right down to your toes…and sometimes, all in the same place! It doesn’t take a sixth sense to realize that Jackson’s a “sense”-ational place to be!

Some reasons to visit Jackson . . .




City Information

Average Temperatures
Month Avg High Avg Low Avg Precip   Month Avg High Avg Low Avg Precip
Jan 55 35 5.7 Jul 91 71 4.7
Feb 60 38 4.5 Aug 91 70 3.7
Mar 68 45 5.7 Sep 86 65 3.2
Apr 75 52 6.0 Oct 77 52 3.4
May 82 61 4.9 Nov 66 43 5.0
Jun 89 68 3.8 Dec 58 37 5.3

Places to check out:

  • The Old Capitol Museum: Constructed in the Greek Revival style, in 1961 it became the state's historical museum. Open daily, free admission.(601) 576-6920
  • The Governor's Mansion: Completed in 1842, Mississippi's Governor's Mansion is the second oldest residence of its type in the nation. Tours are offered Tuesday through Friday, 9:30am - 11:00am. Free admission. (601) 359-6421
  • Jackson City Hall: Built in 1846. Open daily, free admission. (601) 960-1084
  • The War Memorial Building: This military museum displays battle scenes from several wars. Tours are offered Monday through Friday, 8am - 4pm. 601-354-7207
  • Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame: The museum offers high-tech displays and archival footage of a variety of sports. It also offers fans a chance to make calls on famous plays from a microphone in a press box. Open daily, admission charge. (601) 982-8264 or (800) 280-FAME
  • Mississippi Arts Center: Houses the state's art museum and adjoins the Davis Planetarium and its 60-foot dome. Open Monday through Saturday 10am - 5pm and Sunday noon-5pm. (601) 960-1515
  • Ross Barnett Reservoir: Provides opportunities for fishing, boating and camping. The city's zoo and the Rapids Water Park are also located here. (601) 354-3448
Distances to Attractions Miles
Downtown 12

Conventions and Visitors Information
Metro Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau
921 N. President Street
Jackson, MS 39202
www.visitjackson.com
(800) 354-7695



Airport Information

Jackson International Airport (JAN)

  • Gate Information: Southwest Airlines uses gate 3 in the east terminal
  • Ticketing: You can purchase tickets at the ticket counter located on the second level of the east end of the main terminal
  • E-Ticket Check-In kiosks: Located at the ticket counter
  • Baggage Claim: Baggage claim is on the ground level of the east terminal. The baggage claim office is located at our Ticket Counter.
  • Business Center
  • Fly By™: One Fly-By Lane on the East Concourse
Phone Numbers
Reservations (800) 435-9792
Baggage Service (601) 936-7003
Freight/Cargo (601) 936-7950
Paging (601) 936-7003
Parking (601) 932-6520
Security (TSA) (601) 939-1727

Driving Directions to Jackson International Airport:

  • From the north, I-55 south to I-20 east to exit 52.
  • From the south, I-55 north or Hwy 49 to I-20 east to exit 52.
  • From the east, I-20 west to exit 52.
  • From the west, I-20 east to exit 52.