Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 52m 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 Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, also known as Ryan Field, is a public use airport located four miles (7 km) north of the central business district of Baton Rouge, a city in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States.
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Live weather
KBTRNOTAMs
KBTRReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04L / 22R | 7,500 ft / 2,286 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 13 / 31▸ displaced | 7,005 ft / 2,135 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 04R / 22L | 3,799 ft / 1,158 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 120.300 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 125.200 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 119.400 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.450 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | DE RIDDER RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.450 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 8 of 12 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BATON ROUGE METRO, RYAN FIELD CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1300 ft MSL | 4100 ft MSL |
| BATON ROUGE METRO, RYAN FIELD CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4100 ft MSL |
| BATON ROUGE METRO, RYAN FIELD 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: E (from about 90°), on 10% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 68% | -491 ft | |
| Feb | 62% | 37 ft | |
| Mar | 73% | 450 ft | |
| Apr | 77% | 689 ft | |
| May | 81% | 1,126 ft | |
| Jun | 87% | 1,460 ft | |
| Jul | 86% | 1,419 ft | |
| Aug | 88% | 1,456 ft | |
| Sep | 86% | 1,271 ft | |
| Oct | 82% | 792 ft | |
| Nov | 75% | 115 ft | |
| Dec | 64% | -198 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-491–1,460 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 367 ft | 66 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 46 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport?
The ICAO code for Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is KBTR, and its IATA code is BTR.
Where is Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport located?
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is medium airport located in Baton Rouge, United States, at an elevation of 70 ft (21 m).
How many runways does Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport have?
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 7,500 ft / 2,286 m.
Which airlines fly to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport?
Airlines historically serving Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport include Air France, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, US Airways, United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport?
Historical data lists 4 nonstop destinations from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport in?
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is approximately 0.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport?
The nearest airport to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is Clark Field (20LS), about 8.1 nm to the ne, followed by Omni Airport and Whitehead Ultralightport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.