Vandalia Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 3m 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 Vandalia Municipal Airport
Vandalia Municipal Airport is a civil, public use airport located 3 miles northwest of Vandalia, Illinois. The airport is publicly owned by the Vandalia Park District, which also manages the fixed-base operator (FBO) on the field.
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Live weather
KVLANOTAMs
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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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 3,751 ft / 1,143 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 3,001 ft / 915 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CNTR | KANSAS CITY CNTR | 124.300 MHz |
| RDO | ST LOUIS RDO | 114.300 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 4 of 4 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Vandalia Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Vandalia Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Vandalia Municipal Airport is KVLA, and its IATA code is VLA.
Where is Vandalia Municipal Airport located?
Vandalia Municipal Airport is small airport located in Vandalia, United States, at an elevation of 537 ft (164 m).
How many runways does Vandalia Municipal Airport have?
Vandalia Municipal Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 3,751 ft / 1,143 m.
What time zone is Vandalia Municipal Airport in?
Vandalia Municipal Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Vandalia Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Vandalia Municipal Airport is approximately 2.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Vandalia Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Vandalia Municipal Airport is Harris Airport (IS24), about 6.5 nm to the ne, followed by Greenville Airport and Griffin Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Vandalia Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.