Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 51m 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 Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport
Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport is an airport located within Eglin Air Force Base, adjacent to the city of Valparaiso and near the cities of Destin and Fort Walton Beach, in Okaloosa County, Florida, United States. The airport was previously named Northwest Florida Regional Airport until February 17, 2015, and Okaloosa Regional Airport until September 2008.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KVPSNOTAMs
KVPSReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 12,004 ft / 3,659 m | 300 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 02 / 20 | 10,012 ft / 3,052 m | 300 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 125.100 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 134.625 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 127.700 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.800 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 34.250 MHz |
| POST | COMD POST | 31.805 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 139.300 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.200 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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)
Showing 5 of 13 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EGLIN AFB CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2600 ft MSL |
| EGLIN E INT 0600-2100 MON-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | GND | FL180 |
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: N (from about 0°), on 11% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 52% | -177 ft | |
| Feb | 42% | 192 ft | |
| Mar | 49% | 476 ft | |
| Apr | 61% | 759 ft | |
| May | 64% | 1,177 ft | |
| Jun | 73% | 1,502 ft | |
| Jul | 81% | 1,521 ft | |
| Aug | 81% | 1,506 ft | |
| Sep | 74% | 1,357 ft | |
| Oct | 73% | 947 ft | |
| Nov | 64% | 339 ft | |
| Dec | 46% | 90 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-177–1,521 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport?
The ICAO code for Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport is KVPS, and its IATA code is VPS.
Where is Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport located?
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport is medium airport located in Valparaiso, United States, at an elevation of 87 ft (27 m).
How many runways does Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport have?
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 12,004 ft / 3,659 m.
Which airlines fly to Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport?
Airlines historically serving Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport include Air France, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, US Airways, United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport?
Historical data lists 5 nonstop destinations from Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport in?
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport is approximately 3.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport?
The nearest airport to Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport is Ruckel Airport (FL17), about 4.6 nm to the ene, followed by Destin Executive Airport and Hurlburt Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.