Burke Lakefront Airport — Cleveland, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereBurke Lakefront Airport in Cleveland uses the IATA code BKL, with KBKL as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from BKL
Burke Lakefront Airport
Burke Lakefront Airport, marked by the code BKL, sits directly on the shore of Lake Erie in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, 583 feet above sea level. Two runways here serve general aviation, corporate, and charter traffic rather than scheduled commercial airlines. Its downtown lakefront location sets it apart from Cleveland's larger commercial airport, giving business travelers quick access to the city center without a long drive. As a medium airport, BKL supports smaller aircraft and helicopters, with runways running close to the water's edge along Lake Erie and flight paths shaped by the downtown skyline just to the south.
Runways at Burke Lakefront Airport (BKL)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06L/24R | 6604 ft (2013 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
| 06R/24L | 5197 ft (1584 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Burke Lakefront Airport (BKL)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | CLEVELAND APP/DEP | 125.35 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 125.25 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 125.25 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 124.3 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| TWR | LAKEFRONT TWR | 124.3 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Burke Lakefront Airport (BKL)
- Cuyahoga County Airport (CGF) — 17.2 km (10.7 mi)
- Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) — 18.2 km (11.3 mi)
- Akron Fulton International Airport (AKC) — 56.3 km (35.0 mi)
- Akron Canton Regional Airport (CAK) — 69.8 km (43.4 mi)
- Northeast Ohio Regional Airport (JFN) — 87.0 km (54.1 mi)
- Youngstown Warren Regional Airport (YNG) — 88.5 km (55.0 mi)
- Mansfield Lahm Regional Airport (MFD) — 104.2 km (64.7 mi)
- Windsor International Airport (YQG) — 134.9 km (83.8 mi)
Business travelers search BKL when booking charter flights straight into downtown Cleveland instead of the larger regional airport across town. Photography and aviation fans also look up Burke Lakefront Airport's code for its lakefront runway views, distinct from Cleveland Hopkins' more typical suburban layout.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Burke Lakefront Airport?
The IATA code for Burke Lakefront Airport is BKL.
What is the ICAO code for Burke Lakefront Airport?
The ICAO code for Burke Lakefront Airport is KBKL. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.