Laredo International Airport — Laredo, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Laredo International Airport (Laredo) is LRD — its ICAO code is KLRD.
Distance & flight time from LRD
Laredo International Airport
Laredo International Airport, coded LRD, serves Laredo, Texas, one of the busiest land border crossing points in the United States along the Rio Grande. LRD handles both passenger service, largely to hub airports for connecting travel, and significant air cargo, reflecting Laredo's role as a major inland port tied to trade with Mexico under NAFTA and its successor USMCA. The airport has a history connected to military aviation, having once been Laredo Air Force Base before conversion to civilian use. Today LRD supports customs and border logistics operations alongside commercial flights, making it an important node in North American cross-border commerce beyond its passenger traffic.
Runways at Laredo International Airport (LRD)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 5927 ft (1807 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | CON |
| 18L/36R | 8236 ft (2510 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | CON |
| 18R/36L | 8743 ft (2665 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Laredo International Airport (LRD)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 125.775 MHz |
| CNTR | HOUSTON CNTR | 127.8 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.1 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.8 MHz |
| RDO | SAN ANGELO RDO | 122.3 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.1 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Laredo International Airport (LRD)
- Quetzalcóatl International Airport (NLD) — 15.5 km (9.6 mi)
- Alice International Airport (ALI) — 143.0 km (88.9 mi)
- Piedras Negras International Airport (PDS) — 160.1 km (99.5 mi)
- Kingsville Naval Air Station (NQI) — 162.9 km (101.2 mi)
- McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE) — 194.6 km (120.9 mi)
- Corpus Christi International Airport (CRP) — 194.7 km (121.0 mi)
- Del Norte International Airport (NTR) — 201.9 km (125.5 mi)
- Monterrey International Airport (MTY) — 206.5 km (128.3 mi)
LRD is Laredo International Airport, Texas, a major US-Mexico trade hub. Searchers usually want airline routes from LRD, since it offers limited passenger service compared to its heavy role in cross-border cargo logistics.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Laredo International Airport?
The IATA code for Laredo International Airport is LRD.
What is the ICAO code for Laredo International Airport?
The ICAO code for Laredo International Airport is KLRD. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.