Scottsdale Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 14h 8m 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 Scottsdale Airport
Scottsdale Airport is a municipal airport located 9 miles north of downtown Scottsdale, in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States. Most U.S. airports use the same three-letter location identifier for the FAA and IATA, but Scottsdale Airport is SDL to the FAA and SCF to the IATA.
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Live weather
KSDLLive 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21▸ displaced | 8,249 ft / 2,514 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | PHOENIX APP/DEP | 120.700 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 118.600 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 124.800 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.900 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.600 MHz |
| RDO | PRESCOTT RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.900 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (6)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (13)
Obstacle departure procedures (1)
Arrivals (STARs) (5)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHOENIX CLASS B AREA J | Class B | Controlled | 6000 ft MSL | 9000 ft MSL |
| SCOTTSDALE CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 4000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Corporate Tower | 341 ft | 1,056 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 1,125 ft | — |
| Meridian Bank Building | 246 ft | 1,145 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 240 ft | 1,243 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Scottsdale Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Scottsdale Airport?
The ICAO code for Scottsdale Airport is KSDL, and its IATA code is SCF.
Where is Scottsdale Airport located?
Scottsdale Airport is small airport located in Scottsdale, United States, at an elevation of 1,510 ft (460 m).
How many runways does Scottsdale Airport have?
Scottsdale Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,249 ft / 2,514 m.
What time zone is Scottsdale Airport in?
Scottsdale Airport is in the America/Phoenix time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Scottsdale Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Scottsdale Airport is approximately 9.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Scottsdale Airport?
The nearest airport to Scottsdale Airport is Sunnyslope Glider Landing Zone (US-1815), about 8.8 nm to the wsw, followed by Mountain View Park Glider Landing Zone and Phoenix Deer Valley Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Scottsdale Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.