Monroe Regional Airport
Monroe Regional Airport serves northeastern Louisiana and the Ouachita River region. Located 4 miles east of downtown Monroe, MLU offers a 7,507-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The airport serves the University of Louisiana at Monroe, the natural gas industry, and the Duck Dynasty Robertson family's headquarters in nearby West Monroe. Dedicated FBO facilities provide private terminals. Estimated charter rates to Monroe via MLU: 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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Monroe gained national fame through the Duck Dynasty television show, with the Robertson family's Duck Commander headquarters in West Monroe drawing tourism. The Ouachita River and Black Bayou Lake are popular outdoor recreation destinations. The natural gas industry drives corporate aviation traffic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at Monroe?
Yes. Monroe Regional Airport's 7,507-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning, including the Gulfstream G650 and Bombardier Global 6000.
Why fly private to Monroe Mlu?
Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to Monroe Mlu, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.
How close is MLU to Duck Commander?
Monroe Regional Airport is approximately 6 miles from Duck Commander headquarters in West Monroe, typically a 15-minute drive.
Aircraft Compatible with Monroe Regional Airport
Based on the longest runway (7,504 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 7,504 ft | 150 ft | Pem | ✓ Yes |
| 14/32 | 6,301 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
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- IATA Code
- MLU
- ICAO Code
- KMLU
- Elevation
- 79 ft
- Runways
- 2
- Longest Runway
- 7,504 ft
- Location
- Monroe, Louisiana