Lancaster Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 5m 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 Lancaster Airport
Lancaster Airport is a public use airport four nautical miles north of the central business district of Lancaster, in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is owned by the Lancaster Airport Authority. It is served by one commuter airline subsidized by the Essential Air Service program and one charter airline.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KLNSNOTAMs
KLNSReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26▸ displaced | 6,933 ft / 2,113 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 13 / 31 | 4,102 ft / 1,250 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | HARRISBURG APP/DEP | 126.450 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 125.675 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.900 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.800 MHz |
| RDO | WILLIAMSPORT RDO | 117.300 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.900 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Land-and-hold-short (LAHSO) (1)
Showing 8 of 14 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LANCASTER CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2900 ft MSL |
| LANCASTER 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: W (from about 270°), on 16% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 77% | -1,296 ft | |
| Feb | 73% | -1,189 ft | |
| Mar | 78% | -611 ft | |
| Apr | 81% | 23 ft | |
| May | 76% | 659 ft | |
| Jun | 83% | 1,323 ft | |
| Jul | 84% | 1,562 ft | |
| Aug | 80% | 1,379 ft | |
| Sep | 75% | 960 ft | |
| Oct | 76% | 296 ft | |
| Nov | 86% | -579 ft | |
| Dec | 73% | -1,053 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,296–1,562 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 600 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 574 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lancaster Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Lancaster Airport?
The ICAO code for Lancaster Airport is KLNS, and its IATA code is LNS.
Where is Lancaster Airport located?
Lancaster Airport is medium airport located in Lancaster, United States, at an elevation of 403 ft (123 m).
How many runways does Lancaster Airport have?
Lancaster Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 6,933 ft / 2,113 m.
Which airlines fly to Lancaster Airport?
Airlines historically serving Lancaster Airport include Pacific Wings (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Lancaster Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Lancaster Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Lancaster Airport in?
Lancaster Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lancaster Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lancaster Airport is approximately 11.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lancaster Airport?
The nearest airport to Lancaster Airport is Indian Springs Airport (88PS), about 5.7 nm to the w, followed by Smoketown Airport and Sunburst Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lancaster Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.