Lake Elmo Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 15h 12m 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 Lake Elmo Airport
Lake Elmo Airport is a public airport located just outside the city of Lake Elmo in Washington County, Minnesota, United States, about 12 miles east of the central business district of St. Paul. Although most airports in the United States use the same three-letter location identifier for the FAA and International Air Transport Association (IATA), this airport is assigned 21D by the FAA but has no designation from the IATA or ICAO. It is home to the Civil Air Patrol squadron NCR-MN-122.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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 | 3,504 ft / 1,068 m | 75 ft | Asph-g | Lighted | Open |
| 04 / 22 | 2,496 ft / 761 m | 75 ft | Asph-g | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | MINNEAPOLIS APP/DEP | 121.200 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 118.625 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MINNEAPOLIS CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| MINNEAPOLIS CLASS B AREA F | Class B | Controlled | 7000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 469 ft | 827 ft | — |
| The Airye Condominiums | 443 ft | 837 ft | — |
| First National Bank Building | 417 ft | 843 ft | — |
| The Pointe of Saint Paul | 341 ft | 814 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 338 ft | 837 ft | — |
| Bremer Tower | 328 ft | 807 ft | — |
| Galtier Towers Apartments | 315 ft | 866 ft | — |
| Ecolab Corporate Center | 305 ft | 794 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lake Elmo Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Elmo Airport located?
Lake Elmo Airport is small airport located in St Paul, United States, at an elevation of 933 ft (284 m).
How many runways does Lake Elmo Airport have?
Lake Elmo Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 3,504 ft / 1,068 m.
What time zone is Lake Elmo Airport in?
Lake Elmo Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lake Elmo Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lake Elmo Airport is approximately 0.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lake Elmo Airport?
The nearest airport to Lake Elmo Airport is Walker Field (MY35), about 4.2 nm to the sse, followed by Beer Airport and Radke Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lake Elmo Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.