Catalina Airport
Daylight today(Jul 22, 2026, local time)
About 14h 1m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Catalina Airport
Catalina Airport is a privately owned airport located 6.4 miles (10.3 km) northwest of the central business district of Avalon, California, United States, in the middle of Catalina Island. The airport is open to the public and allows general aviation aircraft to land there. The airport is primarily used for general aviation. The airport is also used for airfreight from the mainland. Supplies for the island are delivered daily.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KAVXLive 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22▸ displaced | 3,000 ft / 914 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | SOCAL APP/DEP | 127.400 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.700 MHz |
| WX ASOS | Weather ASOS | 120.675 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Catalina Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Catalina Airport?
The ICAO code for Catalina Airport is KAVX, and its IATA code is AVX.
Where is Catalina Airport located?
Catalina Airport is small airport located in Avalon, United States, at an elevation of 1,602 ft (488 m).
How many runways does Catalina Airport have?
Catalina Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,000 ft / 914 m.
What time zone is Catalina Airport in?
Catalina Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Catalina Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Catalina Airport is approximately 11.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Catalina Airport?
The nearest airport to Catalina Airport is Zamperini Field (TOA), about 24.2 nm to the n, followed by San Clemente Island Naval Auxiliary Landing Field and Long Beach International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Catalina Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.