Mesa Gateway Airport — Mesa, United States
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Distance & flight time from AZA
Mesa Gateway Airport
Mesa Gateway Airport serves Mesa, a city in the eastern Phoenix metropolitan area of Arizona. Three runways serve AZA, unusually generous capacity for a field this size sitting 1,382 feet up. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport lies just 35.5 kilometers away, making AZA a secondary option for travelers in the greater Phoenix area alongside the region's much larger primary hub. Luke Air Force Base sits about 72 kilometers to the northwest, and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base is roughly 146 kilometers to the southeast, a reminder of how much military aviation infrastructure surrounds greater Phoenix. AZA handles a mix of passenger airline service and general aviation traffic, giving eastern Phoenix and Mesa an alternative to congestion at the region's primary international airport.
Runways at Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12C/30C | 10201 ft (3109 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | PEM |
| 12L/30R | 9300 ft (2835 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | CON |
| 12R/30L | 10401 ft (3170 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | PHOENIX APP/DEP | 124.9 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 133.5 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 133.5 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 128.25 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.6 MHz |
| GND | GATEWAY GND | 128.25 MHz |
| TWR | GATEWAY TWR | 118.8 MHz |
Airports near Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) — 35.5 km (22.1 mi)
- Luke Air Force Base (LUF) — 72.1 km (44.8 mi)
- Davis Monthan Air Force Base (DMA) — 146.0 km (90.7 mi)
- Tucson International Airport (TUS) — 148.6 km (92.3 mi)
- Prescott Regional Airport - Ernest A. Love Field (PRC) — 165.4 km (102.8 mi)
- Show Low Regional Airport (SOW) — 185.7 km (115.4 mi)
- Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG) — 203.7 km (126.6 mi)
- Winslow Lindbergh Regional Airport (INW) — 209.0 km (129.9 mi)
Budget travelers search AZA specifically to compare fares against Phoenix Sky Harbor, since low-cost carriers often price Mesa Gateway flights differently for the same metro area. Locals in the East Valley also check the code to confirm which Phoenix-area airport sits closer to home.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Mesa Gateway Airport?
The IATA code for Mesa Gateway Airport is AZA.
What is the ICAO code for Mesa Gateway Airport?
The ICAO code for Mesa Gateway Airport is KIWA. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.