Natchitoches, Louisiana

Private charter · FSM → KIER

Fort Smith to Natchitoches

259 miles, about 1 hr 30 min in a Cirrus SR20. One price for the whole airplane.

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The trip

Fort Smith to Natchitoches, door to door faster.

Trade about 6 hours on the road for about 1 hr 30 min in the air. Littlebird flies you direct from Fort Smith Regional Airport in Fort Smith to Natchitoches Regional Airport in Natchitoches, 259 miles in a Cirrus SR20. You get the whole airplane for one price, with every fee and tax shown before you book.

Distance
259 mi
Flight
1 hr 30 min
Driving
6 hours
Passengers
Up to 5
FSMFort SmithKIERNatchitoches
FSM → KIER259 miles direct

Flight time by aircraft

  • Cirrus SR20 · up to 3 passengers1 hr 30 min
  • Cirrus Vision Jet · up to 5 passengers50 min

Planned times in the air. Your quote shows exact departure and arrival times.

Departing Fort Smith

Airports in Fort Smith

  • FSM

    Commercial airport

    Fort Smith Regional Airport

    Fort Smith · KFSM

    From downtown
    3 mi
    Longest runway
    8,000 ft

  • KJSV

    Regional airport

    Sallisaw Municipal Airport

    Sallisaw

    From downtown
    24 mi
    Longest runway
    4,006 ft

  • RKR

    Regional airport

    Robert S Kerr Airport

    Poteau · KRKR

    From downtown
    28 mi
    Longest runway
    4,007 ft

Arriving Natchitoches

Airports in Natchitoches

  • KIER

    Regional airport

    Natchitoches Regional Airport

    Natchitoches

    From downtown
    1 mi
    Longest runway
    5,003 ft

  • K3R4

    Regional airport

    Hart Airport

    Many

    From downtown
    26 mi
    Longest runway
    4,402 ft

When you land

Things to do in Natchitoches

Founded by the French in 1714, Natchitoches is the oldest permanent European settlement in the territory of the Louisiana Purchase, and its brick-paved Front Street and historic district along Cane River Lake reflect three centuries of French, Spanish and Creole history. The town is home to Northwestern State University, and the economy centers on education, tourism and agriculture. Natchitoches is also known for its meat pies and for serving as the backdrop for the 1989 film Steel Magnolias, which was shot in town.

  1. 01

    Front Street and the Historic District

    The brick-paved main street along Cane River Lake is lined with shops, restaurants and wrought-iron balconies, with historic homes on the surrounding streets.

  2. 02

    Cane River Creole National Historical Park

    South of town, Oakland and Magnolia plantations preserve the buildings and stories of Creole families and the enslaved and tenant workers who lived there.

  3. 03

    Melrose Plantation

    This historic plantation is known for its association with folk artist Clementine Hunter, whose murals decorate the African House.

  4. 04

    Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site

    A full-scale replica of the French fort built in 1716 interprets life at the colonial outpost, with costumed demonstrations.

  5. 05

    Natchitoches meat pies

    These crescent-shaped fried pastries filled with seasoned meat are a local specialty, served at restaurants around town and celebrated at an annual festival.

  6. 06

    Briarwood Nature Preserve

    North of town, the former home of naturalist Caroline Dormon preserves longleaf pine forest and native plants with walking trails.

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Questions

Fort Smith to Natchitoches flights

How long is a private flight from Fort Smith to Natchitoches?

About 1 hr 30 min in a Cirrus SR20, for 259 miles direct. Driving the same trip takes about 6 hours.

Which airports do flights from Fort Smith to Natchitoches use?

You can depart from Fort Smith Regional Airport (FSM), Sallisaw Municipal Airport (KJSV), or Robert S Kerr Airport (RKR) and arrive at Natchitoches Regional Airport (KIER) or Hart Airport (K3R4). Pick whichever is closest to where you're starting and where you're headed.

How much does a private charter from Fort Smith to Natchitoches cost?

The price depends on the date, departure time, aircraft and where the airplane is positioned. Enter your trip above to see an instant price for the whole airplane, with every tax and fee included.

Can I book a round trip between Fort Smith and Natchitoches?

Yes. Choose round trip when you search, and pick your return date and time. Flights from Natchitoches back to Fort Smith are priced the same way.

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