Valley International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 43m 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 Valley International Airport
Valley International Airport (VIA) is a regional airport owned by the city of Harlingen, in Cameron County, Texas, United States. It is operated by a nine-member airport board appointed by the mayor. HRL is centrally located in the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) and is referred to as the "Gateway to South Padre Island" with travel amenities and door to door transportation to South Padre Island. With over 2,500 acres (1,000 ha) HRL is the largest airport in the RGV with room for future expansion. HRL has the longest runways in the area with modern aircraft approach systems that minimize chances of delays during bad weather.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KHRLNOTAMs
KHRLReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18R / 36L | 9,400 ft / 2,865 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 13 / 31 | 7,257 ft / 2,212 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 18L / 36R▸ displaced | 5,950 ft / 1,814 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 120.700 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.850 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.300 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| RDO | SAN ANGELO RDO | 122.350 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.300 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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)
Showing 8 of 23 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HARLINGEN AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4000 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: SE (from about 135°), on 19% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 69% | 12 ft | |
| Feb | 61% | 386 ft | |
| Mar | 68% | 862 ft | |
| Apr | 65% | 1,175 ft | |
| May | 68% | 1,492 ft | |
| Jun | 85% | 1,620 ft | |
| Jul | 92% | 1,551 ft | |
| Aug | 97% | 1,674 ft | |
| Sep | 92% | 1,434 ft | |
| Oct | 86% | 1,109 ft | |
| Nov | 70% | 470 ft | |
| Dec | 65% | 293 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~12–1,674 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 59 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Valley International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Valley International Airport?
The ICAO code for Valley International Airport is KHRL, and its IATA code is HRL.
Where is Valley International Airport located?
Valley International Airport is medium airport located in Harlingen, United States, at an elevation of 36 ft (11 m).
How many runways does Valley International Airport have?
Valley International Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 9,400 ft / 2,865 m.
Which airlines fly to Valley International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Valley International Airport include AirTran Airways, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Valley International Airport?
Historical data lists 6 nonstop destinations from Valley International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Valley International Airport in?
Valley International Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Valley International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Valley International Airport is approximately 3.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Valley International Airport?
The nearest airport to Valley International Airport is Farm Services Inc Airport (XS64), about 5 nm to the ene, followed by Shofner Farms Airport and Kornegay Private Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Valley International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.