Mesa Gateway Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 56m 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 Mesa Gateway Airport
Mesa Gateway Airport – also known as Phoenix–Mesa Airport – is an airport in southeastern Mesa, Arizona, located approximately 20 miles southeast of Phoenix, in Maricopa County. The airport, owned and operated by the Mesa Gateway Airport Authority, is a reliever airport for Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. It is a base for Allegiant Air.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KIWANOTAMs
KIWAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live 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.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12R / 30L | 10,401 ft / 3,170 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 12C / 30C | 10,201 ft / 3,109 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 12L / 30R | 9,300 ft / 2,835 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | PHOENIX APP/DEP | 124.900 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 133.500 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 133.500 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 128.250 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.600 MHz |
| GND | GATEWAY GND | 128.250 MHz |
| TWR | GATEWAY TWR | 118.800 MHz |
Services & operations
The airport provides various services including parking and transportation options.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Obstacle departure procedures (1)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 16 of 27 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHOENIX CLASS B AREA I | Class B | Controlled | 5000 ft MSL | 9000 ft MSL |
| CHANDLER CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3900 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: ESE (from about 112.5°), on 23% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 97% | 820 ft | |
| Feb | 98% | 1,151 ft | |
| Mar | 99% | 1,604 ft | |
| Apr | 100% | 2,273 ft | |
| May | 99% | 2,838 ft | |
| Jun | 100% | 3,566 ft | |
| Jul | 98% | 3,882 ft | |
| Aug | 99% | 3,764 ft | |
| Sep | 99% | 3,358 ft | |
| Oct | 98% | 2,482 ft | |
| Nov | 99% | 1,526 ft | |
| Dec | 97% | 963 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~820–3,882 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mesa Gateway Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Mesa Gateway Airport?
The ICAO code for Mesa Gateway Airport is KIWA, and its IATA code is AZA.
Where is Mesa Gateway Airport located?
Mesa Gateway Airport is medium airport located in Mesa, United States, at an elevation of 1,382 ft (421 m).
How many runways does Mesa Gateway Airport have?
Mesa Gateway Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 10,401 ft / 3,170 m.
Which airlines fly to Mesa Gateway Airport?
Airlines historically serving Mesa Gateway Airport include Allegiant Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Mesa Gateway Airport?
Historical data lists 32 nonstop destinations from Mesa Gateway Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Mesa Gateway Airport in?
Mesa Gateway Airport is in the America/Phoenix time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mesa Gateway Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mesa Gateway Airport is approximately 9.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mesa Gateway Airport?
The nearest airport to Mesa Gateway Airport is Pegasus Airpark (5AZ3), about 6.2 nm to the sse, followed by Chandler Municipal Airport and Falcon Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mesa Gateway Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.