Dubuque Regional Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 16m 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 Dubuque Regional Airport
Dubuque Regional Airport is a regional airport located eight miles south of Dubuque, in Dubuque County, Iowa. On U.S. Highway 61, the airport is owned by the city of Dubuque and is operated as a department of the city government. The city council appoints people for four-year terms to the Airport Commission board, which oversees the airport. For day-to-day operations, the commission hires an airport manager. The airport is used for general aviation and sees one airline. A charter service is run by Sun Country Airlines. The airport offers maintenance and refueling services, including service for jets.
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Live weather
KDBQNOTAMs
KDBQReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31 | 6,502 ft / 1,982 m | 100 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 6,327 ft / 1,928 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.250 MHz |
| CNTR | CHICAGO CNTR | 127.000 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.500 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.800 MHz |
| RDO | FORT DODGE RDO | 122.050 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.500 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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)
Land-and-hold-short (LAHSO) (1)
Showing 9 of 14 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DUBUQUE CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3600 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 13% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 54% | -1,185 ft | |
| Feb | 73% | -1,000 ft | |
| Mar | 73% | -164 ft | |
| Apr | 78% | 447 ft | |
| May | 80% | 1,332 ft | |
| Jun | 84% | 2,068 ft | |
| Jul | 86% | 2,119 ft | |
| Aug | 84% | 1,991 ft | |
| Sep | 83% | 1,578 ft | |
| Oct | 81% | 697 ft | |
| Nov | 68% | -233 ft | |
| Dec | 55% | -633 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,185–2,119 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Dubuque Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Dubuque Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Dubuque Regional Airport is KDBQ, and its IATA code is DBQ.
Where is Dubuque Regional Airport located?
Dubuque Regional Airport is medium airport located in Dubuque, United States, at an elevation of 1,077 ft (328 m).
How many runways does Dubuque Regional Airport have?
Dubuque Regional Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 6,502 ft / 1,982 m.
Which airlines fly to Dubuque Regional Airport?
Airlines historically serving Dubuque Regional Airport include American Airlines, US Airways (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Dubuque Regional Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Dubuque Regional Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Dubuque Regional Airport in?
Dubuque Regional Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Dubuque Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Dubuque Regional Airport is approximately 1.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Dubuque Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Dubuque Regional Airport is Kleis Airport (IA30), about 6.4 nm to the ssw, followed by Anderson Airport and Rigdon Private Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Dubuque Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.