Grand Strand Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 14h 8m 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 Grand Strand Airport
Grand Strand Airport is a county-owned, public-use airport located one nautical mile (1.85 km) northwest of the central business district of North Myrtle Beach, in Horry County, South Carolina, United States. The name Grand Strand refers to a nearby 60-mile stretch of beach; its code CRE refers to nearby Crescent Beach.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KCRELive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 5,997 ft / 1,828 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | MYRTLE BEACH APP/DEP | 119.200 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 119.625 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 124.600 MHz |
| GND | STRAND GND | 121.800 MHz |
| RDO | ANDERSON RDO | 123.600 MHz |
| TWR | STRAND TWR | 124.600 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (5)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTH MYRTLE BEACH CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Margate tower | 328 ft | 69 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Grand Strand Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Grand Strand Airport?
The ICAO code for Grand Strand Airport is KCRE, and its IATA code is CRE.
Where is Grand Strand Airport located?
Grand Strand Airport is medium airport located in North Myrtle Beach, United States, at an elevation of 32 ft (10 m).
How many runways does Grand Strand Airport have?
Grand Strand Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,997 ft / 1,828 m.
What time zone is Grand Strand Airport in?
Grand Strand Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Grand Strand Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Grand Strand Airport is approximately 9.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Grand Strand Airport?
The nearest airport to Grand Strand Airport is Myrtle Beach Hardee Airpark (SC21), about 9.5 nm to the nw, followed by Myrtle Beach International Airport and Cox Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Grand Strand Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.