Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) Airport
Montgomery Regional Airport is the primary commercial gateway to Alabama's capital city and cradle of the civil rights movement, located 8 miles southwest of downtown Montgomery. MGM offers two runways with the longest at 9,003 feet, accommodating all heavy jets and most VIP-configured airliners. The airport serves travelers to the Alabama state capitol, the Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church (where Martin Luther King Jr. preached), and the National Memorial for Peace and Justice. Dedicated FBO facilities provide private terminals. Estimated charter rates to Montgomery via MGM: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.
Transworld Jets Insider Tip
Montgomery is a historically significant destination for civil rights tourism, with the Rosa Parks Museum, Martin Luther King Jr.'s former church, and the Equal Justice Initiative's National Memorial for Peace and Justice. The city also hosts Alabama state government traffic and is a key location in Civil War history.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at Montgomery?
Yes. Montgomery Regional Airport's 9,003-foot runway accommodates all heavy jets and most VIP-configured airliners including the Boeing BBJ and Airbus ACJ.
Why fly private to travelers to the Alabama state capitol?
Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to travelers to the Alabama state capitol, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.
How close is MGM to the civil rights sites?
Montgomery Regional Airport is approximately 8 miles from downtown Montgomery and the major civil rights historical sites including the Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church and the Rosa Parks Museum.
Aircraft Compatible with Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) Airport
Based on the longest runway (9,020 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 9,020 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 03/21 | 4,011 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
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- IATA Code
- MGM
- ICAO Code
- KMGM
- Elevation
- 221 ft
- Runways
- 2
- Longest Runway
- 9,020 ft
- Location
- Montgomery, Alabama