Challis Airport
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
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About Challis Airport
Challis Airport is a city-owned public-use airport located one mile (1.6 km) northeast of the central business district of Challis, a city in Custer County, Idaho, United States.
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Live weather
KLLJNOTAMs
KLLJReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 4,601 ft / 1,402 m | 60 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 119.275 MHz |
| CNTR | SALT LAKE CITY CNTR | 128.050 MHz |
| RDO | BOISE RDO | 122.600 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (1)
Obstacle departure procedures (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 3 of 3 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Challis Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Challis Airport?
The ICAO code for Challis Airport is KLLJ, and its IATA code is CHL.
Where is Challis Airport located?
Challis Airport is small airport located in Challis, United States, at an elevation of 5,072 ft (1,546 m).
How many runways does Challis Airport have?
Challis Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,601 ft / 1,402 m.
What time zone is Challis Airport in?
Challis Airport is in the America/Boise time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Challis Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Challis Airport is approximately 12.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Challis Airport?
The nearest airport to Challis Airport is May Airport (0U8), about 14.7 nm to the ene, followed by LMC Ranch Airport and Flying Joseph Ranch Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Challis Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.