Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 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 Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is a public international airport located in Boone County, Kentucky, United States, near the community of Hebron. It is the primary commercial airport for Cincinnati, Ohio and the tri-state area. The airport's code, CVG, is derived from the nearest city at the time of the airport's opening, Covington, Kentucky. The airport covers an area of 7,000 acres. It is included in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2023–2027, in which it is categorized as a medium-hub primary commercial service facility.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KCVGNOTAMs
KCVGReference 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 (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 12,001 ft / 3,658 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 18C / 36C | 11,000 ft / 3,353 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 18L / 36R | 10,000 ft / 3,048 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 18R / 36L | 8,000 ft / 2,438 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (31)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | Cincinnati Approach 270-089° | 123.875 MHz |
| APP | Cincinnati Approach UHF | 363.150 MHz |
| APP | Cincinnati Approach 090-269° | 119.700 MHz |
| ATIS | Cincinnati D-ATIS DEP | 135.300 MHz |
| ATIS | Cincinnati D-ATIS ARR | 134.375 MHz |
| CLD | Clearance Delivery | 127.175 MHz |
| CLSB | Cincinnati Class B UHF | 254.250 MHz |
| CLSB | Cincinnati Class B 181-360° | 128.700 MHz |
| CLSB | Cincinnati Class B 001-180° | 121.000 MHz |
| DEP | Cincinnati Departure UHF | 254.250 MHz |
| DEP | Cincinnati Departure 001-180° | 126.650 MHz |
| DEP | Cincinnati Departure 181-360° | 128.700 MHz |
| EMERG | Emergancy | 121.500 MHz |
| EMERG | Emergancy | 243.000 MHz |
| GND | Cincinnati Ground | 121.700 MHz |
| STAR | HARDU STAR UHF | 363.150 MHz |
| STAR | SHELBYVILLE STAR UHF | 363.150 MHz |
| STAR | CINCE STAR | 123.875 MHz |
| STAR | HARDU STAR 270°-089° | 123.875 MHz |
| STAR | SHELBYVILLE STAR 270°-089° | 123.875 MHz |
| STAR | Jakie Star | 119.700 MHz |
| STAR | HARDU STAR 090°-269° | 119.700 MHz |
| STAR | SHELBYVILLE STAR 090°-269° | 119.700 MHz |
| STAR | CINCE STAR UHF | 254.250 MHz |
| STAR | JAKIE STAR UHF | 254.250 MHz |
| TWR | Cincinnati Tower Runway 18L-36R | 360.850 MHz |
| TWR | Cincinnati Tower Runway 09-27 & 18C-36C | 118.300 MHz |
| TWR | Cincinnati Tower Runway 18L-36R | 118.975 MHz |
| TWR | Cincinnati Tower Runway 18R-36L | 133.325 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
| WXAS | WX ASOS: (859-767-8210) | 134.375 MHz |
Services & operations
Features valet, garage, and economy parking with security wait times updated regularly.
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)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 15 of 63 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COVINGTON CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| COVINGTON CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 2100 ft MSL | 10000 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 14% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 57% | -844 ft | |
| Feb | 65% | -600 ft | |
| Mar | 75% | 117 ft | |
| Apr | 81% | 767 ft | |
| May | 82% | 1,464 ft | |
| Jun | 85% | 1,961 ft | |
| Jul | 88% | 2,109 ft | |
| Aug | 89% | 1,974 ft | |
| Sep | 88% | 1,689 ft | |
| Oct | 81% | 864 ft | |
| Nov | 72% | -89 ft | |
| Dec | 60% | -378 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-844–2,109 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WKRQ Tower | 968 ft | 823 ft | — |
| Star Tower | 955 ft | 873 ft | — |
| WLWT | 869 ft | 827 ft | — |
| WCPO TV Tower | 866 ft | 830 ft | — |
| Great American Tower at Queen City Square | 666 ft | 515 ft | — |
| WRRM-FM (Backup) | 581 ft | 866 ft | — |
| Carew Tower | 574 ft | 656 ft | — |
| Scripps Center at 312 Walnut | 469 ft | 515 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport?
The ICAO code for Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport is KCVG, and its IATA code is CVG.
Where is Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport located?
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport is large airport located in Cincinnati / Covington, United States, at an elevation of 896 ft (273 m).
How many runways does Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport have?
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 12,001 ft / 3,658 m.
Which airlines fly to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport include AeroMéxico, Air Canada, Air France, Alitalia, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, among 14 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport?
Historical data lists 47 nonstop destinations from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport in?
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport is approximately 6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport?
The nearest airport to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport is Caintuckee Airport (8KY6), about 8.3 nm to the se, followed by Lost Bridge Airport and Sunrise Acres Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.