Pensacola International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 51m 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 Pensacola International Airport
Pensacola International Airport, formerly Pensacola Gulf Coast Regional Airport and Pensacola Regional Airport, and temporarily branded Pensacola Intergalactic Airport each February in recognition of the local Pensacon convention, is a public use airport three nautical miles northeast of the central business district of Pensacola, in Escambia County, Florida, United States. It is owned by the City of Pensacola. This airport is one of five major airports in North Florida, and among these is the second largest by passenger count, only behind Jacksonville. The other four airports in North Florida are: Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport, Tallahassee International Airport, and Jacksonville International Airport. Pensacola international airport is the largest airport per passenger count between Jacksonville and New Orleans.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KPNSNOTAMs
KPNSReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 7,004 ft / 2,135 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 08 / 26 | 7,000 ft / 2,134 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 118.600 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 121.250 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 123.725 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.900 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | GAINESVILLE RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.900 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
Parking garage is currently 89% full, with various parking lots at varying capacities.
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 (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 8 of 11 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PENSACOLA NAS CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1400 ft MSL | 4200 ft MSL |
| PENSACOLA REGIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4200 ft MSL |
| PENSACOLA REGIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1400 ft MSL | 4200 ft MSL |
| A292 SR-0100 MON-FRI; SR-SS SAT | Special use | Danger | GND | 17500 ft MSL |
| PENSACOLA SOUTH INT SR-2400 MON-SAT | Special use | Danger | 10000 ft MSL | FL180 |
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: N (from about 0°), on 13% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 71% | -287 ft | |
| Feb | 60% | 229 ft | |
| Mar | 69% | 508 ft | |
| Apr | 77% | 785 ft | |
| May | 82% | 1,218 ft | |
| Jun | 88% | 1,531 ft | |
| Jul | 91% | 1,552 ft | |
| Aug | 92% | 1,548 ft | |
| Sep | 89% | 1,411 ft | |
| Oct | 85% | 995 ft | |
| Nov | 81% | 327 ft | |
| Dec | 65% | -23 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-287–1,552 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Pensacola International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Pensacola International Airport?
The ICAO code for Pensacola International Airport is KPNS, and its IATA code is PNS.
Where is Pensacola International Airport located?
Pensacola International Airport is large airport located in Pensacola, United States, at an elevation of 121 ft (37 m).
How many runways does Pensacola International Airport have?
Pensacola International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 7,004 ft / 2,135 m.
Which airlines fly to Pensacola International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Pensacola International Airport include Air France, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Silver Airways (3M), among 10 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Pensacola International Airport?
Historical data lists 11 nonstop destinations from Pensacola International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Pensacola International Airport in?
Pensacola International Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Pensacola International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Pensacola International Airport is approximately 3.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Pensacola International Airport?
The nearest airport to Pensacola International Airport is Garcon Field (24FL), about 5.3 nm to the ene, followed by Spencer Nolf Airport and Roscoe Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Pensacola International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.