La Junta Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
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About La Junta Municipal Airport
La Junta Municipal Airport is three miles north of La Junta, in Otero County, Colorado, United States. The National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015 categorized it as a general aviation facility.
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Live weather
KLHXNOTAMs
KLHXReference 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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 6,849 ft / 2,088 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 12 / 30 | 5,803 ft / 1,769 m | 60 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 135.525 MHz |
| CNTR | DENVER CNTR | 133.400 MHz |
| RDO | DENVER RDO | 122.600 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123.000 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 4 of 4 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from La Junta Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for La Junta Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for La Junta Municipal Airport is KLHX.
Where is La Junta Municipal Airport located?
La Junta Municipal Airport is small airport located in La Junta, United States, at an elevation of 4,229 ft (1,289 m).
How many runways does La Junta Municipal Airport have?
La Junta Municipal Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 6,849 ft / 2,088 m.
What time zone is La Junta Municipal Airport in?
La Junta Municipal Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at La Junta Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at La Junta Municipal Airport is approximately 6.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near La Junta Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to La Junta Municipal Airport is Cottonwood Field (09CO), about 6.7 nm to the w, followed by Melon Field and City of Las Animas Bent County Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. La Junta Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.