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Regional gateway serving west-central Minnesota's Alexandria lakes area.
Location
Alexandria, United States
Chandler Field (IATA: AXN, ICAO: KAXN) is a public-use airport located in Alexandria, Minnesota, United States. It serves the Douglas County region and the surrounding lakes area, functioning primarily as a general aviation facility.
The airport is owned and operated by the City of Alexandria and handles a mix of private, charter, and limited commercial traffic. It plays an important role in connecting the region to broader transportation networks given Alexandria's distance from major metropolitan airports.
Historically, the airport has seen scheduled commercial service, though service levels have varied over the years depending on regional air carrier demand and federal Essential Air Service program participation.
Terminals
The airport has a modest terminal facility consistent with its regional and general aviation focus.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation to and from Alexandria is primarily by personal vehicle or local taxi services, as the city lacks a major public transit network.
Notable facts
- ›Chandler Field is a public-use airport owned by the City of Alexandria, Minnesota.
- ›The airport serves the Douglas County lakes region, a popular tourism and recreation destination.
- ›It has two runways, including a primary paved runway capable of handling small commercial aircraft.
- ›The airport has periodically received Essential Air Service (EAS) designation to support regional connectivity.
- ›Alexandria is located approximately 130 miles northwest of Minneapolis-Saint Paul.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
