Tupelo Regional Airport
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
About 12h 56m 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 Tupelo Regional Airport
Tupelo Regional Airport is a public use airport located 3.7 miles; 3.2 nautical miles (6 km) west of the central business district of Tupelo, a city in Lee County, Mississippi, United States. It is owned by the Tupelo Airport Authority. The airport is mostly used for general aviation, but is also served by one commercial airline with scheduled passenger service subsidized by the federal Essential Air Service (EAS) program. Many college football teams visiting the University of Mississippi, 49 miles west in Oxford, fly into Tupelo.
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Live weather
KTUPNOTAMs
KTUPReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 7,150 ft / 2,179 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 133.525 MHz |
| CNTR | MEMPHIS CNTR | 128.500 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.775 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.825 MHz |
| OPS | ARNG OPS | 33.500 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 122.500 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.775 MHz |
Navaids(2)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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)
Showing 7 of 9 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TUPELO CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2800 ft MSL |
| TUPELO CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| COLUMBUS 1 SR-SS NORM MON-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 8000 ft MSL | 17999 ft MSL |
| COLUMBUS 3 SR-SS NORM MON-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 8000 ft MSL | 17999 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: S (from about 180°), on 18% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 69% | -748 ft | |
| Feb | 66% | -327 ft | |
| Mar | 81% | 329 ft | |
| Apr | 83% | 721 ft | |
| May | 84% | 1,216 ft | |
| Jun | 88% | 1,570 ft | |
| Jul | 89% | 1,690 ft | |
| Aug | 89% | 1,640 ft | |
| Sep | 89% | 1,401 ft | |
| Oct | 82% | 727 ft | |
| Nov | 81% | -88 ft | |
| Dec | 66% | -311 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-748–1,690 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Tupelo Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Tupelo Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Tupelo Regional Airport is KTUP, and its IATA code is TUP.
Where is Tupelo Regional Airport located?
Tupelo Regional Airport is medium airport located in Tupelo, United States, at an elevation of 346 ft (105 m).
How many runways does Tupelo Regional Airport have?
Tupelo Regional Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 7,150 ft / 2,179 m.
Which airlines fly to Tupelo Regional Airport?
Airlines historically serving Tupelo Regional Airport include Silver Airways (3M) (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Tupelo Regional Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Tupelo Regional Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Tupelo Regional Airport in?
Tupelo Regional Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tupelo Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tupelo Regional Airport is approximately 2.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tupelo Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Tupelo Regional Airport is Spearman Field (4MS4), about 6.6 nm to the s, followed by Maloney Airport and Inmon Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tupelo Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.