Southern Illinois Airport — Murphysboro, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereSouthern Illinois Airport in Murphysboro uses the IATA code MDH, with KMDH as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from MDH
Southern Illinois Airport
MDH is Southern Illinois Airport, located near Murphysboro and serving Carbondale in southern Illinois, an area closely tied to Southern Illinois University Carbondale. The airport supports university-related aviation programs, general aviation, flight training, and has at various points offered limited scheduled commercial service connecting the region to larger hubs like Chicago or St. Louis. Southern Illinois' economy in this area blends agriculture, coal mining history, and the university's research and student population, and MDH functions as a practical air link for faculty, researchers, and business travelers who would otherwise face a long drive to St. Louis Lambert International Airport. The airport's facilities include runways suitable for regional aircraft as well as infrastructure supporting the university's aviation technology programs.
Runways at Southern Illinois Airport (MDH)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 4163 ft (1269 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
| 18L/36R | 6506 ft (1983 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
| 18R/36L | 3498 ft (1066 m) | 60 ft (18 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Southern Illinois Airport (MDH)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 119.85 MHz |
| CNTR | KANSAS CITY CNTR | 125.3 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 125.35 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.8 MHz |
| TWR | CARBONDALE TWR | 125.35 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Southern Illinois Airport (MDH)
- Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) — 20.9 km (13.0 mi)
- Cape Girardeau Regional Airport (CGI) — 67.6 km (42.0 mi)
- Barkley Regional Airport (PAH) — 90.2 km (56.0 mi)
- Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport (BLV) — 99.4 km (61.8 mi)
- St Louis Regional Airport (ALN) — 141.7 km (88.0 mi)
- St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) — 145.5 km (90.4 mi)
- Evansville Regional Airport (EVV) — 153.6 km (95.4 mi)
- Spirit of St Louis Airport (SUS) — 156.9 km (97.5 mi)
MDH is Southern Illinois Airport near Murphysboro, serving Carbondale and SIU. Searchers should know scheduled service is limited, and many travelers to the area instead drive to St. Louis for broader flight options.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Southern Illinois Airport?
The IATA code for Southern Illinois Airport is MDH.
What is the ICAO code for Southern Illinois Airport?
The ICAO code for Southern Illinois Airport is KMDH. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.