James M. Cox Dayton International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 10m 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 James M. Cox Dayton International Airport
Dayton International Airport is 10 miles north of downtown Dayton, in Montgomery County, Ohio, United States. The airport is in an exclave of the city of Dayton not contiguous with the rest of the city. Its address is 3600 Terminal Drive, Dayton, Ohio 45377. The airport was former headquarters for American Eagle carrier PSA Airlines.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KDAYNOTAMs
KDAYReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06L / 24R | 10,901 ft / 3,323 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 8,502 ft / 2,591 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 06R / 24L | 7,285 ft / 2,220 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | DAYTON APP/DEP | 118.000 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 125.800 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.750 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | DAYTON RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| TWR | DAYTON TWR | 119.900 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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) (2)
Arrivals (STARs) (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 11 of 20 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAYTON, JAMES M. COX-DAYTON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2400 ft MSL | 5000 ft MSL |
| DAYTON, JAMES M. COX-DAYTON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 5000 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: SSW (from about 202.5°), on 10% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 54% | -746 ft | |
| Feb | 65% | -596 ft | |
| Mar | 73% | 79 ft | |
| Apr | 80% | 772 ft | |
| May | 82% | 1,544 ft | |
| Jun | 86% | 2,076 ft | |
| Jul | 89% | 2,216 ft | |
| Aug | 89% | 2,059 ft | |
| Sep | 87% | 1,762 ft | |
| Oct | 80% | 896 ft | |
| Nov | 71% | -45 ft | |
| Dec | 57% | -338 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-746–2,216 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stratacache Tower | 407 ft | 764 ft | — |
| Key Bank Tower | 384 ft | 738 ft | — |
| Fifth Third Center | 335 ft | 735 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 331 ft | 748 ft | — |
| Premier Health Center | 328 ft | 751 ft | — |
| Liberty Tower | 295 ft | 787 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 289 ft | 768 ft | — |
| Centre City Building | 276 ft | 823 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for James M. Cox Dayton International Airport?
The ICAO code for James M. Cox Dayton International Airport is KDAY, and its IATA code is DAY.
Where is James M. Cox Dayton International Airport located?
James M. Cox Dayton International Airport is medium airport located in Dayton, United States, at an elevation of 1,009 ft (308 m).
How many runways does James M. Cox Dayton International Airport have?
James M. Cox Dayton International Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 10,901 ft / 3,323 m.
Which airlines fly to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport?
Airlines historically serving James M. Cox Dayton International Airport include Air France, AirTran Airways, Alitalia, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, among 9 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport?
Historical data lists 16 nonstop destinations from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is James M. Cox Dayton International Airport in?
James M. Cox Dayton International Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at James M. Cox Dayton International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at James M. Cox Dayton International Airport is approximately 6.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near James M. Cox Dayton International Airport?
The nearest airport to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport is Troy Skypark Airport (37I), about 5.8 nm to the nnw, followed by Wagner Airport and McGregor Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. James M. Cox Dayton International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.