Hector International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 28m 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 Hector International Airport
Hector International Airport is a civil-military public airport three miles (5 km) northwest of Fargo, in Cass County, North Dakota, United States. The busiest airport in North Dakota, it is owned by the City of Fargo Municipal Airport Authority. Fargo Air National Guard Base is located adjacent to the airport.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KFARNOTAMs
KFARReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 9,001 ft / 2,744 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 6,302 ft / 1,921 m | 100 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 13 / 31 | 3,801 ft / 1,159 m | 75 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | FARGO APP/DEP | 120.400 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.500 MHz |
| GND | GND/CLNC DEL | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | GRAND FORKS RDO | 122.425 MHz |
| TWR | FARGO TWR | 133.800 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
Hector International Airport offers nonstop jet service to various cities.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 12 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FARGO CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3400 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: SSE (from about 157.5°), on 13% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 58% | -2,061 ft | |
| Feb | 70% | -2,159 ft | |
| Mar | 74% | -994 ft | |
| Apr | 76% | -220 ft | |
| May | 86% | 1,043 ft | |
| Jun | 91% | 1,878 ft | |
| Jul | 92% | 2,013 ft | |
| Aug | 87% | 1,754 ft | |
| Sep | 89% | 1,271 ft | |
| Oct | 79% | 162 ft | |
| Nov | 69% | -812 ft | |
| Dec | 56% | -1,479 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-2,159–2,013 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 883 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 866 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Hector International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Hector International Airport?
The ICAO code for Hector International Airport is KFAR, and its IATA code is FAR.
Where is Hector International Airport located?
Hector International Airport is medium airport located in Fargo, United States, at an elevation of 902 ft (275 m).
How many runways does Hector International Airport have?
Hector International Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 9,001 ft / 2,744 m.
Which airlines fly to Hector International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Hector International Airport include Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, US Airways, United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Hector International Airport?
Historical data lists 10 nonstop destinations from Hector International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Hector International Airport in?
Hector International Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Hector International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Hector International Airport is approximately 2.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Hector International Airport?
The nearest airport to Hector International Airport is Jerger's Field (MN77), about 4.1 nm to the e, followed by West Fargo Municipal Airport and Jacob Gust Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Hector International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.