Eastern Iowa's gateway serving the Tri-State region.
Opened
1944
Location
Dubuque, United States
Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ/KDBQ) is a public airport located in Dubuque, Iowa, serving the Tri-State area where Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin converge. It provides commercial air service primarily through regional carriers connecting passengers to major hub airports.
The airport is owned and operated by the City of Dubuque and serves as an important transportation link for the region's business community, including firms in manufacturing, finance, and healthcare. It has undergone infrastructure improvements over the years to maintain and expand service capabilities.
With a relatively modest but steady passenger volume, DBQ offers travelers a convenient alternative to driving to larger airports such as Chicago O'Hare or Minneapolis-St. Paul, reducing travel time for residents of the surrounding tri-state area.
Terminals
The airport features a single terminal building with a small number of gates serving regional commercial flights.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include rental cars, taxis, and ride-share services connecting the airport to downtown Dubuque, approximately 6 miles away.
Airlines here
American Eagle (operated by SkyWest Airlines) has provided service connecting Dubuque to Chicago O'Hare, while United Express has also served the airport with connections to Chicago and other hubs.
Notable facts
›Located approximately 6 miles south of downtown Dubuque, Iowa.
›Serves the Tri-State region encompassing parts of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin.
›The airport has two runways available for commercial and general aviation operations.
›Elevation is approximately 1,077 feet above mean sea level.
›General aviation activity represents a significant portion of total airport operations.
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Dubuque Regional Airport is a regional airport located eight miles south of Dubuque, in Dubuque County, Iowa. On U.S. Highway 61, the airport is owned by the city of Dubuque and is operated as a department of the city government. The city council appoints people for four-year terms to the Airport Commission board, which oversees the airport. For day-to-day operations, the commission hires an airport manager. The airport is used for general aviation and sees one airline. A charter service is run by Sun Country Airlines. The airport offers maintenance and refueling services, including service for jets.