AirlinesAirports.com
Travel planning byTravelerPulse.pro
Cox Field Regional Airport illustrationRegional Airport
Airports
PRXmedium airport

Cox Field

Paris, United States
Explore Paris city guide Navigate to this airport
0
Routes out
0
Destinations
KPRX
ICAO
547 ft
Elevation
AirlinesAirports profile

General aviation gateway serving Paris, Texas.

Location
Paris, United States
Cox Field (IATA: PRX, ICAO: KPRX) is a public general aviation airport located in Paris, Texas, United States. It serves the northeastern Texas region primarily for private, corporate, and recreational flying, with no scheduled commercial airline service. The airport is owned and operated by the City of Paris and features paved runways suitable for a range of general aviation aircraft. It plays a role in supporting local business travel and emergency aviation needs in the region.
Getting to & from
The airport is accessible primarily by private vehicle, as no dedicated public transit service connects it to downtown Paris, Texas.
Airlines here
Cox Field does not host scheduled commercial airline service; it operates exclusively as a general aviation facility.
Notable facts
  • ›Cox Field is a public general aviation airport with no scheduled commercial airline service.
  • ›It is owned and operated by the City of Paris, Texas.
  • ›The airport holds the IATA code PRX and ICAO code KPRX.
  • ›It serves private, corporate, and recreational pilots in northeastern Texas.
  • ›The airport has paved runways capable of accommodating a variety of general aviation aircraft.
Wikipedia
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.

Airlines serving this airport

No scheduled airline data available.

Routes

No route data available.

Hotels near PRX

Pick what matters for your layover or early flight, then compare on your favorite booking site.

Compare stays for your dates

AirlinesAirports may receive compensation when you book or purchase through some of the links on this page, at no additional cost to you. Prices and availability are set by the booking provider and may change. We never share your private trip details with partners — only the destination, dates and party size you searched.

City & Place Guide

Small-town Texas charm with a tower of its own

Paris, Texas is a quiet city of about 25,000 people in Lamar County, nestled in the northeastern corner of the state near the Oklahoma border. It carries a lighthearted pride in sharing its name with the French capital, most famously expressed through its own Eiffel Tower replica — topped with a red cowboy hat.

The city offers a relaxed, unhurried pace with tree-lined streets, historic downtown architecture, and a genuinely warm local culture. It gained international art-house fame from Wim Wenders' 1984 film 'Paris, Texas,' drawing curious visitors who arrive expecting dusty mystique and usually leave charmed by the friendliness they find instead.

Beyond the novelty, Paris serves as a convenient base for exploring the Red River region, with access to lakes, parks, and small-town markets that reflect authentic rural Texas life.

  • •Eiffel Tower Replica — iconic 65-foot tower crowned with a red cowboy hat
  • •Evergreen Cemetery — beautifully maintained grounds with historic Texas graves
  • •Sam Bell Maxey House State Historic Site — preserved Victorian home of a Confederate general
  • •Bywaters Park — peaceful riverside green space popular for picnics and walks
  • •Paris Farmers Market — local produce and crafts in a genuine small-town setting
  • •Downtown Paris Square — historic storefronts and murals worth a short walking tour

Getting around: Paris, Texas is best explored by car, as there is no local rail service and public bus options are extremely limited. Rideshare availability through Uber and Lyft exists but can be inconsistent, especially outside peak hours. Taxis are scarce, so renting a vehicle before arrival is strongly recommended for any visitor.

Best time: Spring (March through May) offers mild temperatures, blooming wildflowers, and comfortable conditions ideal for outdoor exploration.

Local food: Try classic East Texas barbecue, chicken-fried steak at local diners, and fresh homestyle cooking at family-owned cafes scattered around the downtown square.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

Passport, Visa & Immigration

Flying internationally via PRX? Check entry, transit and customs requirements for United States from official government sources.

United States visa & entry information →Embassy & consulate finder →
Cox Field
Encyclopaedia

Cox Field is an airport seven miles east of Paris, in Lamar County, Texas. It is owned by the city of Paris but is operated and maintained by J.R. Aviation, the airport's fixed-base operator (FBO).

Read full article on Wikipedia

Entity data from open aviation datasets (OurAirports, OpenFlights) with AI-assisted editorial clearly marked. Always confirm time-sensitive details with the official airport website. Sources & verification