Airports in Boston
Airports near Boston with IATA codes, distances and onward travel notes.
Airports near Boston
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Logan International Airport | BOS | 3 mi | Boston |
| LaGuardia Airport | LGA | 182 mi | New York City |
| John F. Kennedy International Airport | JFK | 184 mi | New York City |
| Newark Liberty International Airport | EWR | 198 mi | New Jersey |
| Montreal-Trudeau International Airport | YUL | 253 mi | Montreal |
| Philadelphia International Airport | PHL | 277 mi | Philadelphia |
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Coordinates: 42°21′36.4″N 71°3′32″W (42.3601, -71.0589)
Summary
Boston is a city in Massachusetts. Boston is known for Freedom Trail and college town energy. It has a population of about 650.000.
Right now it is 80°F (26°C) in Boston with clear sky. It feels like 77°F. Today runs from 60°F to 80°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Boston is June and August. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 21°F.
The closest major airport is Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), about 3 mi away. Nearby highlights include Cape Cod National Seashore, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket and Franconia Notch State Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 80°F is in line with the 80°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Boston today at 9.4/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Boston
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Massachusetts |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 42°21′36.4″N 71°3′32″W (42.3601, -71.0589) |
| Population | 650.000 |
| Known for | Freedom Trail and college town energy |
| Local time | 5:33 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June and August |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Boston?
Boston is a city in Massachusetts. Its coordinates are 42.3601, -71.0589. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Boston right now?
It is currently 80°F (26°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 44% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Boston?
June and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Boston, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Boston in?
Boston observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 5:33 PM.
How many people live in Boston?
Boston has a population of approximately 650.000.
What is the nearest airport to Boston?
The closest airports are Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), 3 mi away, LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 182 mi away and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 184 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Boston?
Popular options include Cape Cod National Seashore, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, Franconia Notch State Park, Mount Washington and Central Park.
What places are in Boston?
Boston covers 3 places in this atlas, including Boston Logan International Airport, ZIP Code 02108 and Area Code 617.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 5:33 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
