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Decatur Airport

Decatur, United States
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682 ft
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Central Illinois regional airport serving Decatur and surrounding communities.

Opened
1920
Location
Decatur, United States
Decatur Airport (DEC/KDEC) is a public airport located in Decatur, Illinois, serving the central Illinois region. It sits at an elevation of approximately 682 feet above mean sea level and covers a substantial land area supporting both commercial and general aviation operations. The airport has historically offered limited scheduled commercial service, with connectivity varying over the years depending on regional carrier partnerships. It primarily serves general aviation traffic, corporate flights, and cargo operations in addition to any scheduled passenger service. Decatur Airport is owned and operated by the City of Decatur and plays an important role in supporting local industries, including agriculture and manufacturing, by providing air access to an otherwise underserved metropolitan area.
Terminals
The airport features a single modest terminal building designed to accommodate the limited scheduled and general aviation passenger traffic it serves.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation to downtown Decatur is primarily available via rental cars and taxi or rideshare services, as no dedicated public transit route directly serves the airport.
Airlines here
Scheduled commercial service has been intermittent historically; SkyWest Airlines and regional affiliates have operated here under major carrier codes in the past.
Notable facts
  • ›Decatur Airport has two runways, with the primary runway measuring approximately 8,500 feet in length.
  • ›The airport is owned and operated by the City of Decatur, Illinois.
  • ›It serves a metro area closely tied to agriculture and manufacturing, including Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) headquarters.
  • ›The airport sits at an elevation of about 682 feet above mean sea level.
  • ›General aviation and corporate traffic make up the majority of operations at the facility.
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Route map (2 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

Air Choice One
3E

Routes

DEC → ORD3E · CNC
DEC → STL3E · CNC

Aircraft operating here

CNC2 routes
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City & Place Guide

Charming Atlanta suburb blending Southern culture, food, and community.

Decatur, Georgia is a vibrant, walkable city just east of Atlanta, known for its eclectic mix of independent restaurants, boutique shops, and a lively arts scene. Despite its small size, it punches well above its weight in culture and livability, consistently ranked among the best places to live in the Southeast.

The city revolves around its historic downtown square, which hosts frequent festivals, farmers markets, and community events throughout the year. Decatur offers a welcoming, progressive atmosphere that draws both young families and creative professionals seeking an alternative to Atlanta's busier urban core.

  • •Decatur Square — lively town center with shops, dining, and year-round events.
  • •Decatur Book Festival — one of the largest independent book festivals in the U.S.
  • •Agnes Scott College — beautiful historic campus open for self-guided walks.
  • •Glenlake Park — popular green space with tennis courts and a community pool.
  • •Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) — nearby creative hub celebrating design culture.
  • •DeKalb Farmers Market — massive international market with global foods and produce.

Getting around: Decatur is very walkable in its downtown core, and the MARTA rail system connects Decatur to Atlanta efficiently via the Decatur and Avondale stations. Local bus routes supplement rail service, while rideshares like Uber and Lyft are widely available. Biking is feasible thanks to relatively flat terrain and some dedicated lanes.

Best time: Spring (March–May) and fall (September–November) offer the most pleasant weather and coincide with popular outdoor festivals.

Local food: Don't miss farm-to-table Southern cuisine at local staples, craft beers from nearby breweries, and the extraordinary global produce and prepared foods at the DeKalb Farmers Market.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

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Decatur Airport
Encyclopaedia

Decatur Airport is a public airport five miles east of Decatur, in Macon County, Illinois, United States. The airport is owned by the Decatur Park District. Airline service is subsidized by the federal government's Essential Air Service program at a cost of $6,120,951.

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