Detroit Lakes Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 21m 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 Detroit Lakes Airport
Detroit Lakes Airport is a city-owned public-use airport located two miles (3 km) west of the central business district of Detroit Lakes, a city in Becker County, Minnesota, United States.
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Live weather
KDTLNOTAMs
KDTLReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 5,201 ft / 1,585 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 17 / 35 | 1,880 ft / 573 m | 250 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 111.200 MHz |
| RDO | PRINCETON RDO | 122.500 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 5 of 5 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Detroit Lakes Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Detroit Lakes Airport?
The ICAO code for Detroit Lakes Airport is KDTL, and its IATA code is DTL.
Where is Detroit Lakes Airport located?
Detroit Lakes Airport is small airport located in Detroit Lakes, United States, at an elevation of 1,397 ft (426 m).
How many runways does Detroit Lakes Airport have?
Detroit Lakes Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 5,201 ft / 1,585 m.
What time zone is Detroit Lakes Airport in?
Detroit Lakes Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Detroit Lakes Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Detroit Lakes Airport is approximately 1.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Detroit Lakes Airport?
The nearest airport to Detroit Lakes Airport is Kaiser's Airstrip (MY29), about 9 nm to the w, followed by Pelican Rapids Muni-Lyon's Field and Johnston Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Detroit Lakes Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.