Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport — Valparaiso, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereDestin-Fort Walton Beach Airport in Valparaiso uses the IATA code VPS, with KVPS as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from VPS
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport serves Florida's Emerald Coast, operating jointly with Eglin Air Force Base under a shared-use arrangement between civilian and military aviation. VPS provides scheduled commercial flights to major U.S. cities, catering heavily to the region's substantial tourism industry centered around the area's white-sand beaches. The airport's joint-use status with Eglin, one of the largest Air Force bases in the country, gives it access to extensive runway infrastructure originally built for military purposes. Passenger traffic at VPS has grown considerably as Destin and Fort Walton Beach have developed into popular vacation destinations, particularly during summer peak season.
Runways at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 10012 ft (3052 m) | 300 ft (91 m) | ASP |
| 12/30 | 12004 ft (3659 m) | 300 ft (91 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 125.1 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 134.625 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 127.7 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.8 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 34.25 MHz |
| POST | COMD POST | 31.805 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 139.3 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.2 MHz |
Airports near Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS)
- Destin Executive Airport (DSI) — 10.0 km (6.2 mi)
- Duke Field (EGI) — 18.8 km (11.7 mi)
- Bob Sikes Airport (CEW) — 33.1 km (20.6 mi)
- Whiting Field Naval Air Station - North (NSE) — 55.5 km (34.5 mi)
- Pensacola International Airport (PNS) — 64.3 km (40.0 mi)
- Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) — 70.4 km (43.7 mi)
- Naval Air Station Pensacola Forrest Sherman Field (NPA) — 78.3 km (48.7 mi)
- Tyndall Air Force Base (PAM) — 101.3 km (62.9 mi)
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) serves Florida's Emerald Coast tourism corridor through joint civilian-military use with Eglin Air Force Base, offering commercial flights to major U.S. cities.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport?
The IATA code for Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport is VPS.
What is the ICAO code for Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport?
The ICAO code for Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport is KVPS. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.