Lake Charles Regional Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 13h 53m 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 Charles Regional Airport
Lake Charles Regional Airport is a public use airport located five nautical miles (9 km) south of the central business district of Lake Charles, a city in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, United States. Owned by Calcasieu Parish, the airport serves approximately 375,000 people in the Lake Charles – Jennings combined statistical area.
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Live weather
KLCHLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 6,500 ft / 1,981 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 05 / 23 | 5,200 ft / 1,585 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 119.350 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 118.750 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 126.250 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.700 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.800 MHz |
| RDO | DE RIDDER RDO | 122.300 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.700 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 (7)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (3)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAKE CHARLES CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| LAKE CHARLES CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| A381 SR-SS DAILY | Special use | Danger | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lake Charles Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Lake Charles Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Lake Charles Regional Airport is KLCH, and its IATA code is LCH.
Where is Lake Charles Regional Airport located?
Lake Charles Regional Airport is medium airport located in Lake Charles, United States, at an elevation of 15 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Lake Charles Regional Airport have?
Lake Charles Regional Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 6,500 ft / 1,981 m.
Which airlines fly to Lake Charles Regional Airport?
Airlines historically serving Lake Charles Regional Airport include American Airlines, US Airways, United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Lake Charles Regional Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Lake Charles Regional Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Lake Charles Regional Airport in?
Lake Charles Regional Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lake Charles Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lake Charles Regional Airport is approximately 0.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lake Charles Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Lake Charles Regional Airport is Open A-1 Ranch Airport (3LA8), about 0.8 nm to the nnw, followed by Chennault International Airport and Morgan Crop Service Nr 2 Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lake Charles Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.