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Louisville Intl-Standiford

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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Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: KSDF
  • Name: Louisville Intl-Standiford
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • 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

Frequencies

  • Tower: 124.200 MHz
  • Ground: 121.700 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 118.725 MHz

Operation Hours

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

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • 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.

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.

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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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Does KSDF require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Louisville Intl-Standiford (United States).