Grand Canyon National Park Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 1m 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 Grand Canyon National Park Airport
Grand Canyon National Park Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located in Tusayan, CDP in unincorporated Coconino County, Arizona, United States. It is near Grand Canyon National Park, 1 mile from the South Rim entrance of the Grand Canyon. The airport is primarily used for scenic tours and charter flights.
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Live weather
KGCNNOTAMs
KGCNReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 8,999 ft / 2,743 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 124.300 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.300 MHz |
| CNTR | LOS ANGELES CNTR | 124.850 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.000 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | PRESCOTT RDO | 122.300 MHz |
| TWR | CANYON TWR | 119.000 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (1)
Obstacle departure procedures (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 8 of 8 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAND CANYON CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 9100 ft MSL |
| DZ PAZ017 SR-SS | Special use | Danger | GND | 17500 ft MSL |
| GRAND CANYON SFRA | Special use | Restricted | GND | 14500 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: SW (from about 225°), on 18% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 83% | 6,086 ft | |
| Feb | 85% | 6,216 ft | |
| Mar | 84% | 6,543 ft | |
| Apr | 96% | 7,026 ft | |
| May | 98% | 7,631 ft | |
| Jun | 99% | 8,420 ft | |
| Jul | 98% | 8,441 ft | |
| Aug | 99% | 8,234 ft | |
| Sep | 97% | 7,813 ft | |
| Oct | 95% | 7,096 ft | |
| Nov | 89% | 6,350 ft | |
| Dec | 84% | 6,213 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~6,086–8,441 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Grand Canyon National Park Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Grand Canyon National Park Airport?
The ICAO code for Grand Canyon National Park Airport is KGCN, and its IATA code is GCN.
Where is Grand Canyon National Park Airport located?
Grand Canyon National Park Airport is medium airport located in Grand Canyon - Tusayan, United States, at an elevation of 6,609 ft (2,014 m).
How many runways does Grand Canyon National Park Airport have?
Grand Canyon National Park Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,999 ft / 2,743 m.
Which airlines fly to Grand Canyon National Park Airport?
Airlines historically serving Grand Canyon National Park Airport include SENIC AIRLINES (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Grand Canyon National Park Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Grand Canyon National Park Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Grand Canyon National Park Airport in?
Grand Canyon National Park Airport is in the America/Phoenix time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Grand Canyon National Park Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Grand Canyon National Park Airport is approximately 10.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Grand Canyon National Park Airport?
The nearest airport to Grand Canyon National Park Airport is The Ranch Airport (US-0019), about 7.9 nm to the wnw, followed by Red Horse Wash Airport and Valle Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Grand Canyon National Park Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.