Knowing a bit about the transportation options can you save you a headache when you get to your destination. Fly into Jackson, TN (MKL-McKellar-Sipes Regional), which is located 24.8 mi (39.9 km) from the city centre. Otherwise, look for flights into Corinth, MS (CRX-Roscoe Turner Field), which is 30.7 mi (49.4 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.