Orlando Sanford International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 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 Orlando Sanford International Airport
Orlando Sanford International Airport is a commercial, public use airport in Sanford, Florida, United States, near Orlando. It was built as Naval Air Station Sanford, a master jet base for carrier-based attack and reconnaissance aircraft, and was used by the U.S. Navy until 1969. The airport is now owned by the Sanford Airport Authority and operated by Airports Worldwide.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KSFBNOTAMs
KSFBReference 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 (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09L / 27R▸ displaced | 11,002 ft / 3,353 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 6,002 ft / 1,829 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 09R / 27L | 5,839 ft / 1,780 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 09C / 27C | 3,578 ft / 1,091 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 119.775 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 125.975 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.350 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.300 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.350 MHz |
| TWR | SANFORD TWR | 120.300 MHz |
Services & operations
The airport provides parking, dining options, and a lost and found service.
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (1)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Land-and-hold-short (LAHSO) (1)
Showing 14 of 28 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ORLANDO CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| SANFORD CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| SANFORD CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1300 ft MSL | 3000 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: N (from about 0°), on 10% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 84% | -80 ft | |
| Feb | 81% | 275 ft | |
| Mar | 89% | 526 ft | |
| Apr | 91% | 757 ft | |
| May | 94% | 1,112 ft | |
| Jun | 95% | 1,310 ft | |
| Jul | 95% | 1,339 ft | |
| Aug | 95% | 1,413 ft | |
| Sep | 92% | 1,318 ft | |
| Oct | 92% | 1,062 ft | |
| Nov | 84% | 621 ft | |
| Dec | 81% | 233 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-80–1,413 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 1,696 ft | 49 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Orlando Sanford International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Orlando Sanford International Airport?
The ICAO code for Orlando Sanford International Airport is KSFB, and its IATA code is SFB.
Where is Orlando Sanford International Airport located?
Orlando Sanford International Airport is large airport located in Orlando, United States, at an elevation of 55 ft (17 m).
How many runways does Orlando Sanford International Airport have?
Orlando Sanford International Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 11,002 ft / 3,353 m.
Which airlines fly to Orlando Sanford International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Orlando Sanford International Airport include Allegiant Air, Arkefly, Icelandair (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Orlando Sanford International Airport?
Historical data lists 49 nonstop destinations from Orlando Sanford International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Orlando Sanford International Airport in?
Orlando Sanford International Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Orlando Sanford International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Orlando Sanford International Airport is approximately 7.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Orlando Sanford International Airport?
The nearest airport to Orlando Sanford International Airport is Cedar Knoll Flying Ranch Airport (01FL), about 4 nm to the e, followed by Southerland Strip and Big Oaks Ranch Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Orlando Sanford International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.