Lincoln Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 48m 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 Lincoln Airport
Lincoln Airport is a joint public/military airport five miles (8.0 km) northwest of downtown Lincoln, the state capital, in Lancaster County, Nebraska, United States. It is owned by the Lincoln Airport Authority and is the second-largest airport in Nebraska. It is included in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2023–2027 in which it is categorized as a non-hub primary commercial service facility. It has four gates with jetways, to be, as of February 2022, expanded to six.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KLNKLive 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 12,901 ft / 3,932 m | 200 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32▸ displaced | 8,649 ft / 2,636 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 17 / 35 | 5,801 ft / 1,768 m | 100 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (10)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 124.000 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 118.050 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 120.700 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.500 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| MISC | ARNG OPS | 123.075 MHz |
| OPS | ANG OPS | 25.960 MHz |
| RDO | COLUMBUS RDO | 122.650 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.500 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
Lincoln Airport serves various destinations with a commitment to traveler comfort and easy access.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (14)
- ILS Y OR LOC Y RWY 36Amdt 12
- HI-ILS Z OR LOC Z RWY 18
- HI-ILS Z OR LOC Z RWY 36
- ILS Y OR LOC Y RWY 18Amdt 7E
- RNAV (GPS) RWY 18Amdt 1C
- RNAV (GPS) RWY 14Amdt 1B
- RNAV (GPS) RWY 17Amdt 1
- RNAV (GPS) RWY 32Amdt 0C
- RNAV (GPS) RWY 35Amdt 0C
- RNAV (GPS) RWY 36Amdt 1D
- HI-VOR/DME OR TACAN RWY 36
- VOR RWY 17Amdt 7B
- VOR Y RWY 18Amdt 13C
- HI-VOR Z OR TACAN RWY 18
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LINCOLN AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2700 ft MSL | 5200 ft MSL |
| LINCOLN AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 5200 ft MSL |
| LINCOLN AIRPORT 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.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 1,434 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 404 ft | 1,247 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 361 ft | 1,161 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 361 ft | 1,234 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,289 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,230 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lincoln Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Lincoln Airport?
The ICAO code for Lincoln Airport is KLNK, and its IATA code is LNK.
Where is Lincoln Airport located?
Lincoln Airport is medium airport located in Lincoln, United States, at an elevation of 1,219 ft (372 m).
How many runways does Lincoln Airport have?
Lincoln Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 12,901 ft / 3,932 m.
Which airlines fly to Lincoln Airport?
Airlines historically serving Lincoln Airport include Delta Air Lines, United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Lincoln Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Lincoln Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Lincoln Airport in?
Lincoln Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lincoln Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lincoln Airport is approximately 2.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lincoln Airport?
The nearest airport to Lincoln Airport is Dream Field (NE42), about 6 nm to the nne, followed by Pester Airport and Denton Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lincoln Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.