Lake Tahoe Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 14h 39m 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 Lake Tahoe Airport
Lake Tahoe Airport is a public airport three miles southwest of South Lake Tahoe, in El Dorado County, California. It covers 348 acres (141 ha) and has one runway; it is sometimes called Tahoe Valley Airport. Although the airport had almost forty years of airline service, since 2000, it has served only general aviation.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KTVLLive 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 8,541 ft / 2,603 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 124.725 MHz |
| CNTR | OAKLAND CNTR | 127.950 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.850 MHz |
| RDO | RENO RDO | 122.250 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.850 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (2)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
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(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTH LAKE TAHOE 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.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lake Tahoe Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Lake Tahoe Airport?
The ICAO code for Lake Tahoe Airport is KTVL, and its IATA code is TVL.
Where is Lake Tahoe Airport located?
Lake Tahoe Airport is medium airport located in South Lake Tahoe, United States, at an elevation of 6,264 ft (1,909 m).
How many runways does Lake Tahoe Airport have?
Lake Tahoe Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,541 ft / 2,603 m.
What time zone is Lake Tahoe Airport in?
Lake Tahoe Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lake Tahoe Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lake Tahoe Airport is approximately 12.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lake Tahoe Airport?
The nearest airport to Lake Tahoe Airport is Minden-Tahoe Airport (MEV), about 13.1 nm to the ene, followed by Alpine County Airport and Pinenut Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lake Tahoe Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.