Dupage Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 17m 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 Dupage Airport
DuPage Airport is a general aviation airport located 29 miles (47 km) west of downtown Chicago in West Chicago, DuPage County, Illinois, United States. It is owned and operated by the DuPage Airport Authority, which is an independent government body established by law by the state of Illinois. It also serves as a relief airport for O'Hare International Airport and Midway International Airport, both in nearby Chicago.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KDPANOTAMs
KDPAReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02L / 20R | 7,571 ft / 2,308 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 02R / 20L | 6,451 ft / 1,966 m | 100 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28 | 4,750 ft / 1,448 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 15 / 33▸ displaced | 3,399 ft / 1,036 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | CHICAGO APP/DEP | 133.500 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 124.800 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.800 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 119.750 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.800 MHz |
| RDO | KANKAKEE RDO | 122.300 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.900 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 11 of 17 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3600 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA F | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO, DUPAGE AIRPORT CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3300 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WGN-AM (Chicago) | 751 ft | 696 ft | — |
| WMAQ-AM (Chicago) | 748 ft | 738 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 381 ft | 741 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 344 ft | 791 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 299 ft | 768 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Dupage Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Dupage Airport?
The ICAO code for Dupage Airport is KDPA, and its IATA code is DPA.
Where is Dupage Airport located?
Dupage Airport is medium airport located in Chicago/West Chicago, United States, at an elevation of 759 ft (231 m).
How many runways does Dupage Airport have?
Dupage Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 7,571 ft / 2,308 m.
What time zone is Dupage Airport in?
Dupage Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Dupage Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Dupage Airport is approximately 3.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Dupage Airport?
The nearest airport to Dupage Airport is Schaumburg Regional Airport (K06C), about 8.2 nm to the ne, followed by Naper Aero Club Airport and Olson Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Dupage Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.