Santa Monica Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 12h 53m 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 Santa Monica Municipal Airport
Santa Monica Airport is a general aviation airport largely in Santa Monica, California, United States, in the Greater Los Angeles area. It opened on April 15, 1923, making it one of the United States' oldest airports, and it has been one of the world's foremost general aviation airports. The airport is scheduled to close on December 31, 2028.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KSMONOTAMs
KSMOReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 3,500 ft / 1,067 m | 150 ft | Asphalt | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | SOCAL APP | 124.300 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 119.150 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.100 MHz |
| DEP | SOCAL DEP | 125.200 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.100 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Obstacle departure procedures (1)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 16 of 24 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| LOS ANGELES CLASS B AREA N | Class B | Controlled | 5000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| SANTA MONICA CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2700 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Bank Tower | 1,017 ft | 328 ft | — |
| Aon Center | 863 ft | 390 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 804 ft | 351 ft | — |
| Two California Plaza | 751 ft | 318 ft | — |
| Gas Company Tower | 748 ft | 407 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 748 ft | 423 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Tower | 728 ft | 472 ft | — |
| 777 Tower | 719 ft | 305 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Santa Monica Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Santa Monica Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Santa Monica Municipal Airport is KSMO, and its IATA code is SMO.
Where is Santa Monica Municipal Airport located?
Santa Monica Municipal Airport is medium airport located in Santa Monica, United States, at an elevation of 170 ft (52 m).
How many runways does Santa Monica Municipal Airport have?
Santa Monica Municipal Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,500 ft / 1,067 m.
What time zone is Santa Monica Municipal Airport in?
Santa Monica Municipal Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Santa Monica Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Santa Monica Municipal Airport is approximately 11.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Santa Monica Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Santa Monica Municipal Airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), about 4.9 nm to the sse, followed by Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport and Van Nuys Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Santa Monica Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.