Bellingham International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 37m 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 Bellingham International Airport
Bellingham International Airport is three miles (5 km) northwest of Bellingham, in Whatcom County, Washington, United States. BLI covers 2,190 acres (886 ha) of land, and is the fourth-largest commercial airport in Washington.
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Live weather
KBLINOTAMs
KBLIReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 / 34 | 6,700 ft / 2,042 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | VICTORIA APP/DEP | 132.700 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 134.450 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 124.900 MHz |
| GND | GND | 127.400 MHz |
| RDO | SEATTLE RDO | 122.150 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 124.900 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(2)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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) (1)
Obstacle departure procedures (1)
Arrivals (STARs) (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 11 of 13 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BELLINGHAM CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2700 ft MSL |
| BELLINGHAM CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 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: S (from about 180°), on 41% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 64% | -1,208 ft | |
| Feb | 68% | -1,242 ft | |
| Mar | 77% | -888 ft | |
| Apr | 86% | -587 ft | |
| May | 86% | -186 ft | |
| Jun | 90% | 66 ft | |
| Jul | 93% | 317 ft | |
| Aug | 87% | 359 ft | |
| Sep | 78% | 74 ft | |
| Oct | 72% | -532 ft | |
| Nov | 70% | -893 ft | |
| Dec | 63% | -1,056 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,242–359 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellingham Herald | 276 ft | 102 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bellingham International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Bellingham International Airport?
The ICAO code for Bellingham International Airport is KBLI, and its IATA code is BLI.
Where is Bellingham International Airport located?
Bellingham International Airport is medium airport located in Bellingham, United States, at an elevation of 170 ft (52 m).
How many runways does Bellingham International Airport have?
Bellingham International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,700 ft / 2,042 m.
Which airlines fly to Bellingham International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Bellingham International Airport include Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Bellingham International Airport?
Historical data lists 9 nonstop destinations from Bellingham International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Bellingham International Airport in?
Bellingham International Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bellingham International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bellingham International Airport is approximately 15.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bellingham International Airport?
The nearest airport to Bellingham International Airport is Cutty Field (WT15), about 3.1 nm to the nne, followed by Horse Fly Airport and Meadow Mist Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bellingham International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.