General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport

PIA KPIA Peoria, Illinois Elevation: 660 ft

General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport is the primary commercial gateway to central Illinois and the Peoria metropolitan area, located 5 miles west of downtown Peoria. PIA offers two runways with the longest at 10,104 feet, accommodating all heavy jets and VIP-configured airliners. The airport serves Peoria's historic manufacturing industry, Bradley University, and the corporate headquarters of Caterpillar Inc. Dedicated FBO facilities provide private terminals. Estimated charter rates to Peoria via PIA: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.

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Transworld Jets Insider Tip

Peoria is home to Caterpillar Inc., one of the world's largest heavy machinery manufacturers and a significant driver of private aviation traffic. The phrase Will it play in Peoria? originated from the city's reputation as a test market for American tastes. The long runway makes PIA suitable for ultra-long-range international corporate aircraft.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can any VIP aircraft land at Peoria?

Yes. PIA's 10,104-foot runway accommodates all heavy jets and VIP-configured airliners including the Boeing BBJ, Airbus ACJ, and the largest wide-body VIP conversions.

Why fly private to Peoria's historic manufacturing industry?

Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to Peoria's historic manufacturing industry, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.

How close is PIA to Caterpillar headquarters?

Peoria Airport is approximately 6 miles from Caterpillar's Peoria headquarters, typically a 15-minute drive. It's the primary airport for Caterpillar executive and customer traffic.