Salinas Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 14h 23m 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 Salinas Municipal Airport
Salinas Municipal Airport, commonly referred to as Salinas Airport, is an airport in Monterey County, California, United States, three miles (4.8 km) southeast of Downtown Salinas. It is included in the 2017–21 National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems as a regional general aviation airport. It had 1,800 enplanements in 2014.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KSNSLive 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26▸ displaced | 6,004 ft / 1,830 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 13 / 31 | 4,825 ft / 1,471 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 1,900 ft / 579 m | 50 ft | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | NORCAL APP/DEP | 127.150 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.850 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.400 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| RDO | OAKLAND RDO | 122.600 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.400 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (7)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (1)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SALINAS CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| MONTEREY PENINSULA AIRPORT 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.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 92 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 125 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 72 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Salinas Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Salinas Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Salinas Municipal Airport is KSNS, and its IATA code is SNS.
Where is Salinas Municipal Airport located?
Salinas Municipal Airport is medium airport located in Salinas, United States, at an elevation of 85 ft (26 m).
How many runways does Salinas Municipal Airport have?
Salinas Municipal Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 6,004 ft / 1,830 m.
What time zone is Salinas Municipal Airport in?
Salinas Municipal Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Salinas Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Salinas Municipal Airport is approximately 12.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Salinas Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Salinas Municipal Airport is Marina Municipal Airport (OAR), about 7.6 nm to the w, followed by Monterey Regional Airport and San Clemente Rancho Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Salinas Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.