Dubuque Regional Airport — Dubuque, United States

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Searching for an airport code near Dubuque? Dubuque Regional Airport is identified as DBQ (ICAO: KDBQ).

Distance & flight time from DBQ

Dubuque Regional Airport

DBQ denotes Dubuque Regional Airport, serving Dubuque, Iowa, a city perched along the Mississippi River at the point where Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin meet. This tri-state position gives DBQ a catchment area larger than Dubuque's own population would suggest, drawing passengers from nearby communities in all three states who prefer a shorter regional flight over driving to Chicago, Cedar Rapids, or the Twin Cities. Dubuque's economy blends manufacturing, education, and tourism tied to its riverfront and bluff-lined scenery, and the airport supports business travel connected to those industries. DBQ typically offers flights to major connecting hubs, keeping this historic river city linked to the national air network despite its modest size.

Runways at Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
13/316502 ft (1982 m)100 ft (30 m)CON
18/366327 ft (1928 m)150 ft (46 m)CON

Radio frequencies for Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
ATISATIS127.25 MHz
CNTRCHICAGO CNTR127 MHz
CTAFCTAF119.5 MHz
GNDGND121.8 MHz
RDOFORT DODGE RDO122.05 MHz
TWRTWR119.5 MHz
UNICUNICOM122.95 MHz

Airports near Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)

DBQ is searched by travelers in the Iowa-Illinois-Wisconsin tri-state area looking for a closer regional alternative to Chicago's larger airports. DBQ connects Dubuque, Iowa to major hubs for onward domestic travel.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Dubuque Regional Airport?

The IATA code for Dubuque Regional Airport is DBQ.

What is the ICAO code for Dubuque Regional Airport?

The ICAO code for Dubuque Regional Airport is KDBQ. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.