Tucson International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 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 Tucson International Airport
Tucson International Airport is a civil-military airport owned by the city of Tucson 8 miles south of downtown Tucson, in Pima County, Arizona, United States. It is the second busiest airport in Arizona, after Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KTUSNOTAMs
KTUSReference 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 10,996 ft / 3,352 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 11R / 29L▸ displaced | 8,408 ft / 2,563 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Closed |
| 04 / 22▸ displaced | 7,000 ft / 2,134 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 119.400 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 123.800 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 126.650 MHz |
| GND | GND | 124.400 MHz |
| POST | ANG COMD POST | 39.220 MHz |
| RDO | PRESCOTT RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
Parking rates range from $4/hour to $15/day for daily lots.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 14 of 19 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TUCSON DAVIS-MONTHAN-AFB CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 6600 ft MSL |
| TUCSON DAVIS-MONTHAN-AFB CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 4200 ft MSL | 6600 ft MSL |
| TUCSON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 6600 ft MSL |
| TUCSON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 4200 ft MSL | 6600 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: SSE (from about 157.5°), on 16% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 98% | 2,568 ft | |
| Feb | 98% | 2,848 ft | |
| Mar | 99% | 3,319 ft | |
| Apr | 100% | 4,007 ft | |
| May | 100% | 4,572 ft | |
| Jun | 100% | 5,216 ft | |
| Jul | 99% | 5,105 ft | |
| Aug | 99% | 4,985 ft | |
| Sep | 99% | 4,795 ft | |
| Oct | 99% | 4,065 ft | |
| Nov | 99% | 3,203 ft | |
| Dec | 98% | 2,737 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~2,568–5,216 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Tucson International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Tucson International Airport?
The ICAO code for Tucson International Airport is KTUS, and its IATA code is TUS.
Where is Tucson International Airport located?
Tucson International Airport is large airport located in Tucson, United States, at an elevation of 2,643 ft (806 m).
How many runways does Tucson International Airport have?
Tucson International Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 10,996 ft / 3,352 m.
Which airlines fly to Tucson International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Tucson International Airport include Air France, AirTran Airways, Alaska Airlines, Alitalia, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, among 11 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Tucson International Airport?
Historical data lists 16 nonstop destinations from Tucson International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Tucson International Airport in?
Tucson International Airport is in the America/Phoenix time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tucson International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tucson International Airport is approximately 9.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tucson International Airport?
The nearest airport to Tucson International Airport is Davis Monthan Air Force Base (DMA), about 4.2 nm to the ne, followed by Ryan Field and Flying Diamond Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tucson International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.