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Louisville Intl-Standiford (KSDF/SDF) — Louisville, United States

Louisville Intl-Standiford (KSDF/SDF) serves Louisville, United States. This is a major international airport with 3 runways (11/29, 17L/35R). Field elevation is 501 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 4/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 8/10
Observed Activity · Sep 11
159 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 25 on the ground · busiest hour 08:00Z
2026-08-292026-09-11
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: KSDF
  • Name: Louisville Intl-Standiford
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: Domestic
  • Latitude: 38.1744
  • Longitude: -85.736
  • Elevation: 501 ft
  • Country: United States
  • Municipality: Louisville
  • IATA Code: SDF
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Kentucky/Louisville
  • Distance from City: 9.1 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 11/29

  • Designation: 11/29
  • Dimensions: 7250 X 150
  • Surface: CON
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NULL
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS)
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 17L/35R

  • Designation: 17L/35R
  • Dimensions: 8579 X 150
  • Surface: CON
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NULL
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), LOC
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 17R/35L

  • Designation: 17R/35L
  • Dimensions: 10850 X 150
  • Surface: CON
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NULL
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS)
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 124.200 MHz
  • Ground: 121.700 MHz
  • Operations: 121.500, 122.950, 243.000 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 134.150 MHz
  • ATIS: 118.725 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Louisville Intl-Standiford operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +1 502-380-8200
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.flylouisville.com
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: $3.21 per 1,000 lbs MTOW
  • Parking Fee: $0.6 per 1,000 lbs MTOW per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: USD
  • Remarks: FBO services by Signature Flight Support and Sheltair. Volume discounts may be available. International facility fees additional where applicable.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available from Galaxy FBO and Sheltair. Contract fuel accepted. Prices subject to market conditions.
  • Fuel Type: 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A
  • Fuel Type: Jet A
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A
  • Fuel Type: Jet A+
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Voluntary noise abatement procedures between 2200-0700 local. Stage 2 aircraft prohibited. Chapter 3 minimum required.

Alternates

KLEX

  • ICAO: KLEX
  • Name: Blue Grass
  • Distance (NM): 54.0
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KCVG

  • ICAO: KCVG
  • Name: Cincinnati/Northern Ky Intl
  • Distance (NM): 72.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KIND

  • ICAO: KIND
  • Name: Indianapolis Intl
  • Distance (NM): 96.2
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

Airport Services

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United States Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification
Private / GA Operations:

No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.

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Active NOTAMs

A3824/26 warning
Runway closed
RWY 11/29 CLSD EXC 30MIN PPR 502-380-8200
2026-09-12 11:00:00 2026-09-15 02:00:00
A3823/26 warning
Runway closed
RWY 11/29 CLSD EXC TAX
2026-09-12 11:00:00 2026-09-15 02:00:00
09/123 warning
Runway closed
RWY 17L/35R CLSD
2026-09-12 11:00:00 2026-09-15 02:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of KSDF?
Louisville Intl-Standiford operates from 00:00 to 23:59.
What is the tower frequency at KSDF?
The tower frequency at Louisville Intl-Standiford is 124.2 MHz.
What fuel is available at KSDF?
Louisville Intl-Standiford offers Jet A-1, 100LL, Jet A, Jet A+.
Does KSDF require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Louisville Intl-Standiford (United States).
Where is KSDF located?
Louisville Intl-Standiford (KSDF) is located in Louisville, United States.
What is the IATA code for KSDF?
The IATA code for Louisville Intl-Standiford is SDF.
How long is the runway at KSDF?
The main runway at Louisville Intl-Standiford (11/29) measures 7250 X 150.
Does KSDF have an ILS approach?
Yes, Louisville Intl-Standiford has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 11/29, 17L/35R, 17R/35L.
Is KSDF a port of entry?
Yes, Louisville Intl-Standiford is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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