Scholes International At Galveston Airport — Galveston, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Scholes International At Galveston Airport (Galveston) is GLS — its ICAO code is KGLS.
Distance & flight time from GLS
Scholes International At Galveston Airport
GLS designates Scholes International at Galveston Airport, on Galveston Island along the Texas Gulf Coast. The airport serves general aviation, corporate jets, and helicopter operations supporting the offshore oil and gas industry in the Gulf of Mexico, alongside flight training and recreational flying. Galveston is a historic port city and popular tourist destination, and GLS provides an alternative arrival point to Houston's larger airports for visitors heading straight to the island's beaches, cruise terminals, and historic district. The facility includes multiple runways capable of handling business jets and has periodically supported hurricane evacuation and relief logistics given the region's exposure to Gulf storms. Commercial airline service is not typically offered here, so most activity involves private, charter, and industry-related aviation traffic.
Runways at Scholes International At Galveston Airport (GLS)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 6000 ft (1829 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | PEM |
| 18/36 | 6001 ft (1829 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for Scholes International At Galveston Airport (GLS)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | HOUSTON APP/DEP | 134.45 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 119.275 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 135.35 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.575 MHz |
| GND | GND | 118.625 MHz |
| RDO | MONTGOMERY CO RDO | 122.15 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.575 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 123.05 MHz |
Airports near Scholes International At Galveston Airport (GLS)
- Ellington Airport (EFD) — 47.8 km (29.7 mi)
- William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) — 58.4 km (36.3 mi)
- Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport (LJN) — 61.0 km (37.9 mi)
- Sugar Land Regional Airport (SGR) — 86.7 km (53.9 mi)
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) — 92.5 km (57.5 mi)
- Jack Brooks Regional Airport (BPT) — 111.4 km (69.2 mi)
- Conroe-North Houston Regional Airport (CXO) — 132.1 km (82.1 mi)
- Huntsville Regional Airport (HTV) — 179.0 km (111.2 mi)
GLS is frequently searched by visitors confusing it with Houston's Gulf Coast airports; it actually serves Galveston Island directly, primarily for private aviation, offshore energy helicopter traffic, and general aviation rather than scheduled commercial flights.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Scholes International At Galveston Airport?
The IATA code for Scholes International At Galveston Airport is GLS.
What is the ICAO code for Scholes International At Galveston Airport?
The ICAO code for Scholes International At Galveston Airport is KGLS. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.