3/ 5 reviews
Easy in & out
“It’s a great example of how smaller airports can outperform larger ones when it comes to convenience and efficiency.”
Shon Whitwood5★ on Google
Airports / South Dakota / FSD
Medium airport · FSD
Sioux Falls Regional Airport.
Sioux Falls, South Dakota · 1,429 ft elevation. 1 charter operator based here.
4.3/5
Google rating
1,975 ratings
1
Operators based
1,429
Elevation ft
Scheduled service
Sioux Falls, South DakotaELEV 1,429 FTMedium airportScheduled service
4.3
Google rating
1,975
Google reviews
ratings on Google
1
Based operators
charter operators on the field
2
FBOs on field
ramp, fuel and handling
1,429
Field elevation
feet above sea level
Field standing
#8 / 17
South Dakota airports by Google rating
4.3★ across 1975 Google ratings , ranked against 17 rated SD fields.
49 nm
To the nearest alternate
Chan Gurney Municipal Airport (YKN).
Overview
Sioux Falls Regional Airport (KFSD / FSD) is a mid-sized airport serving Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The field lies at an elevation of 1,429 feet. The airport supports scheduled airline service as well as private jet and charter movements.
Charter departments call it home: Legacy Aviation, LLC bases aircraft at FSD. Useful alternates include Chan Gurney Municipal Airport (YKN, 49 nm), Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field (SUX, 73 nm), and Huron Regional Airport (HON, 80 nm). FSD offers 3 runways, the longest 9,000-foot paved runway, which supports charter types through the VIP airliner class.
Quotes for flights out of FSD vary with aircraft type, repositioning, and schedule flexibility. The airport is also known as Joe Foss Field and Fighting Lobos. Use the cost estimator to model a trip from FSD, or browse verified operators serving the area.
2 FBOs serve KFSD. Run one? Become the preferred FBO
Ramp services
FBOs on the field
Maverick Air Center
Your FBO? Claim it, freeThe moment you arrive at Maverick Air Center and you’ll be met with exceptional customer service, competitive pricing, including no ramp, security or facility fees, and a comprehensive array of refueling and professional line services and on-site amenities.
- Fuel
- Hangar
- 24/7
- Unicom 122.775
- Executive lounge
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Vending
- Courtesy car
- Car rental
- Restrooms
- Hotel help
- +15 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Signature Flight Support Sioux Falls
Your FBO? Claim it, freeThe largest city in the state of South Dakota. The Famous Falls Park which covers 123 acres is the perfect place for a walk or a picnic. This city boats 650 restaurants to choose from, so you’ll never go hungry. For those craving some art, and culture, visit the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science. Fancy some skiing?
- Fuel
- Hangar
- 0500L - 2200L (5:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
- Unicom 122.95
- Executive lounge
- Customs
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Cafe
- Courtesy car
- Car rental
- Taxi
- +18 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Directory data, unpaid. FBOs can take the Preferred slot above.
What fliers highlight.
From the stored review texts
3/ 5 reviews
Terminal & facilities
“Inside, there are a handful of dining and snack options along with a few shops.”
Shon Whitwood5★ on Google
2/ 5 reviews
Staff & service
“The airport is well-maintained, and the staff are generally friendly and helpful.”
Shon Whitwood5★ on Google
Themes counted by keyword across Google review texts for Sioux Falls Regional Airport, every quote is verbatim from a real review.
Field capability
ICAO
KFSD
IATA
FSD
FAA / Local
FSD
Elevation
1,429 ft
Coordinates
43.5855° N · 96.7412° W
Airspace
D · DeltaClass D, DeltaA control tower runs the immediate airspace. Pilots establish two-way radio contact before entering, typical for busy business-aviation fields.Source: FAA NASR class airspace
Size
Medium
Scheduled svc
Yes
Elevation vs SD fields
state range 1,289–5,620 ft
At 1,429 ft, FSD sits lower than 68% of the 22 South Dakota fields on the register.
Runways & aircraft access
3 runways
longest 9,000 ft
- 03/219,000 ft × 150 ftConcreteLighted
- 15/338,000 ft × 150 ftAsphaltLighted
- 09/273,151 ft × 75 ftConcreteLighted
Which aircraft can operate here
vs longest paved runway 9,000 ft
FSD's 9,000 ft paved runway typically supports charter aircraft up to VIP airliners.
- Turboprop3,000 ft
- Light Jet3,500 ft
- Midsize Jet4,500 ft
- Super-Midsize Jet5,000 ft
- Heavy Jet5,500 ft
- VIP Airliner6,000 ft
Class minimums are sea-level planning rules of thumb. A specific aircraft's balanced-field length varies with weight, temperature, and field elevation. Confirm performance with the operator.
Based charter operators1
Access & alternates
Closest alternate fields by great-circle distance, every listing links to its own field brief.
- 49nmYKNChan Gurney Municipal AirportYankton
- 73nmSUXSioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day FieldSioux City
- 80nmHONHuron Regional AirportHuron
- 82nmATYWatertown Regional AirportWatertown
- 92nmRWFRedwood Falls Municipal AirportRedwood Falls
- 101nmOFKKarl Stefan Memorial AirportNorfolk
Location
Open the full mapKFSD · Sioux Falls Regional Airport · Sioux Falls, SD
From the ramp
Google Places photography of Sioux Falls Regional Airport, tap any frame to view full-screen, then cycle with the arrows or your keyboard.
Flight times from here
Approximate nonstop block times from FSD on a typical midsize charter jet. Faster classes trim these; add positioning and taxi for the real schedule.
| Destination | Distance | Block time |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago (ORD) | 401 nm | 1h 20m |
| Denver (DEN) | 420 nm | 1h 23m |
| Vail / Eagle (EGE) | 514 nm | 1h 36m |
| Aspen (ASE) | 525 nm | 1h 37m |
| Jackson Hole (JAC) | 608 nm | 1h 49m |
| Nashville (BNA) | 644 nm | 1h 54m |
| Dallas (DAL) | 645 nm | 1h 54m |
| Salt Lake City (SLC) | 697 nm | 2h 1m |
Common questions
- What size private jets can use FSD?
- Sioux Falls Regional Airport's longest paved runway is 9,000 ft, which typically supports charter aircraft up to VIP airliners. Lighter classes (turboprops, light and midsize jets) operate comfortably; confirm exact performance for a specific tail with the operator, since balanced-field length shifts with weight, temperature, and elevation.
- What is the longest runway at FSD?
- Sioux Falls Regional Airport has 3 runways; the longest measures 9,000 ft on a paved surface and is lit for night operations.
- Are there charter operators based at FSD?
- Yes. 1 charter operator list Sioux Falls Regional Airport as a home base, including Legacy Aviation, LLC. You can also request quotes from operators that reposition aircraft into the field.
- Which FBOs are at Sioux Falls Regional Airport?
- 2 FBOs serve FSD: Maverick Air Center and Signature Flight Support Sioux Falls. Phone, website, hours, unicom and services for each are listed on this page. Call ahead for fuel, ramp space, and ground handling.
- What is the nearest major airport to FSD?
- The closest alternate is Chan Gurney Municipal Airport (YKN), about 49 nm away, followed by Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field (SUX) at 73 nm. Operators often position aircraft between these fields depending on ramp space and availability.
- How long is a flight from FSD to major cities?
- Typical block times on a midsize jet: Chicago about 1h 20m (401 nm), Denver about 1h 23m (420 nm), Vail / Eagle about 1h 36m (514 nm). Faster classes trim these times; add positioning and taxi for the real schedule.