Gary/Chicago International Airport — Gary, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereGary/Chicago International Airport in Gary uses the IATA code GYY, with KGYY as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from GYY
Gary/Chicago International Airport
GYY is Gary/Chicago International Airport, located in Gary, Indiana, within the greater Chicago metropolitan area near Lake Michigan. Despite its international designation, GYY functions primarily as a general aviation and cargo facility, historically envisioned as a reliever airport to ease congestion at Chicago's O'Hare and Midway. The airport has seen periodic attempts at scheduled commercial service over the years, though it remains best known for corporate aviation, air cargo operations, and its role supporting the industrial Northwest Indiana region historically tied to steel manufacturing. GYY's long runway and proximity to Chicago give it strategic potential that has not been fully realized commercially.
Runways at Gary/Chicago International Airport (GYY)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 3604 ft (1098 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
| 12/30 | 8859 ft (2700 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Gary/Chicago International Airport (GYY)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | CHICAGO APP/DEP | 133.1 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 120.625 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 125.6 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| RCO | KANKAKEE RDO | 114.2 MHz |
| RDO | TERRE HAUTE RDO | 123.65 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 125.6 MHz |
Airports near Gary/Chicago International Airport (GYY)
- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) — 33.8 km (21.0 mi)
- Porter County Municipal Airport (VPZ) — 38.4 km (23.9 mi)
- Michigan City Municipal Airport (MGC) — 50.1 km (31.1 mi)
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) — 57.2 km (35.5 mi)
- Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) — 68.5 km (42.6 mi)
- Greater Kankakee Airport (IKK) — 70.6 km (43.9 mi)
- Dupage Airport (DPA) — 76.5 km (47.5 mi)
- South Bend International Airport (SBN) — 91.6 km (56.9 mi)
GYY is often searched by travelers looking for Chicago-area alternatives to O'Hare or Midway. GYY specifically serves Gary, Indiana, and handles mostly cargo and general aviation rather than major airline traffic.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Gary/Chicago International Airport?
The IATA code for Gary/Chicago International Airport is GYY.
What is the ICAO code for Gary/Chicago International Airport?
The ICAO code for Gary/Chicago International Airport is KGYY. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.