Niagara Falls International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 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 Niagara Falls International Airport
Niagara Falls International Airport is located 4 mi (6.4 km) east of downtown Niagara Falls, in the Town of Niagara in Niagara County, New York, United States. Owned and operated by the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority, the airport is a joint civil-military airfield and shares its runways with the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station. A new terminal building opened in 2009. It is notable for serving vastly more Canadian passengers from over the nearby border than Americans.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KIAGNOTAMs
KIAGReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 / 28▸ displaced | 9,826 ft / 2,995 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 06 / 24 | 5,188 ft / 1,581 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10R / 28L | 3,973 ft / 1,211 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Closed |
Radio frequencies (10)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | BUFFALO APP/DEP | 126.500 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 120.800 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 119.250 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.500 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| OPS | ANG OPS | 26.190 MHz |
| POST | 914 AW COMD POST | 34.002 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 37.220 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.500 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
Niagara Falls International Airport generates approximately $219 million in annual economic activity.
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)
Showing 8 of 13 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIAGARA FALLS CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3100 ft MSL |
| NIAGARA FALLS CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 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 13% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 45% | -1,375 ft | |
| Feb | 57% | -1,383 ft | |
| Mar | 72% | -889 ft | |
| Apr | 75% | -262 ft | |
| May | 82% | 562 ft | |
| Jun | 86% | 1,343 ft | |
| Jul | 86% | 1,639 ft | |
| Aug | 86% | 1,515 ft | |
| Sep | 85% | 991 ft | |
| Oct | 78% | 225 ft | |
| Nov | 72% | -654 ft | |
| Dec | 55% | -1,016 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,383–1,639 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Point Observation Tower | 282 ft | 512 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Niagara Falls International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Niagara Falls International Airport?
The ICAO code for Niagara Falls International Airport is KIAG, and its IATA code is IAG.
Where is Niagara Falls International Airport located?
Niagara Falls International Airport is medium airport located in Niagara Falls, United States, at an elevation of 589 ft (180 m).
How many runways does Niagara Falls International Airport have?
Niagara Falls International Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 9,826 ft / 2,995 m.
Which airlines fly to Niagara Falls International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Niagara Falls International Airport include Allegiant Air, Spirit Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Niagara Falls International Airport?
Historical data lists 5 nonstop destinations from Niagara Falls International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Niagara Falls International Airport in?
Niagara Falls International Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Niagara Falls International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Niagara Falls International Airport is approximately 10.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Niagara Falls International Airport?
The nearest airport to Niagara Falls International Airport is Taylor Johnson Airport (NY24), about 1.6 nm to the nw, followed by Smith Airport and Mesmer Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Niagara Falls International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.