Redding Municipal Airport
Redding Municipal Airport serves Redding, California, and the northern Sacramento Valley. Located 6 miles southeast of downtown Redding, RDD offers a 7,003-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The airport serves Mount Shasta (14,179 feet), Shasta Lake (California's largest reservoir), Lassen Volcanic National Park, and the Sundial Bridge. Estimated charter rates to Redding via RDD: light jets from $4,500 per hour, mid-size jets from $6,000 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.
Transworld Jets Insider Tip
Redding is the gateway to Mount Shasta, one of the most iconic volcanic peaks in America, and Shasta Lake with its famous Shasta Caverns. The Sundial Bridge designed by Santiago Calatrava is an architectural landmark. Lassen Volcanic National Park (50 miles east) is one of the least-visited but most geologically active national parks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at Redding?
Yes. Redding Municipal's 7,003-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning.
How far is Redding from Mount Shasta?
Mount Shasta is approximately 60 miles north of Redding, typically a 60-minute drive via I-5.
Why fly private to Redding?
Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to Redding, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.
Aircraft Compatible with Redding Municipal Airport
Based on the longest runway (7,003 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 7,003 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 12/30 | 5,067 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
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- IATA Code
- RDD
- ICAO Code
- KRDD
- Elevation
- 505 ft
- Runways
- 2
- Longest Runway
- 7,003 ft
- Location
- Redding, California