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Regional gateway serving South Dakota's James River Valley.
Location
Huron, United States
Huron Regional Airport (HON/KHON) is a public-use general aviation and commercial service airport located in Huron, South Dakota, United States. It serves the surrounding agricultural and commercial communities of the James River Valley region.
The airport is owned and operated by the City of Huron and primarily supports general aviation traffic, charter flights, and limited scheduled commercial service. It has historically been served by regional carriers operating Essential Air Service (EAS) routes subsidized by the U.S. Department of Transportation.
With a relatively small footprint, Huron Regional Airport plays an important role in connecting this rural South Dakota community to larger hub airports, supporting local businesses, agriculture, and emergency medical transport.
Terminals
The airport features a single small terminal building suited to its low passenger volume and general aviation operations.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation to downtown Huron is primarily by personal vehicle or rental car, as the airport lacks dedicated public transit connections.
Airlines here
Huron Regional Airport has been served by regional carriers operating under Essential Air Service programs, historically including Southern Airways Express.
Notable facts
- ›Huron Regional Airport receives Essential Air Service (EAS) subsidies from the U.S. federal government to maintain scheduled commercial service.
- ›The airport has two runways supporting both piston and turboprop aircraft operations.
- ›Huron is the county seat of Beadle County and hosts the South Dakota State Fair, which can influence seasonal airport traffic.
- ›The airport elevation is approximately 1,289 feet above mean sea level.
- ›It primarily serves general aviation, agricultural aviation, and medical flight operations in addition to limited commercial service.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
