Aurora Municipal Airport
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About Aurora Municipal Airport
Chicago/Aurora Municipal Airport is a public airport opened in April 1966, located in the village of Sugar Grove, Illinois, United States, 8 miles (13 km) west of the city of Aurora, both in Kane County. The airport is owned and operated by the City of Aurora. It is 50 miles (80 km) west of Chicago and is designated as a reliever airport for Chicago's O'Hare and Midway airports.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KARRLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 6,501 ft / 1,982 m | 100 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 15 / 33 | 5,503 ft / 1,677 m | 100 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 3,198 ft / 975 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (9)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 133.500 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 125.850 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 125.850 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.700 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.600 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| RDO | KANKAKEE RDO | 122.500 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.600 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (6)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (7)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA F | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO, AURORA MUNI AIRPORT CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3200 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Aurora Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Aurora Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Aurora Municipal Airport is KARR, and its IATA code is AUZ.
Where is Aurora Municipal Airport located?
Aurora Municipal Airport is small airport located in Chicago/Aurora, United States, at an elevation of 712 ft (217 m).
How many runways does Aurora Municipal Airport have?
Aurora Municipal Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 6,501 ft / 1,982 m.
What time zone is Aurora Municipal Airport in?
Aurora Municipal Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Aurora Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Aurora Municipal Airport is approximately 3.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Aurora Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Aurora Municipal Airport is J Maddock Airport (IL38), about 2.5 nm to the w, followed by Oakfield RLA Airport and Gord Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Aurora Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.