Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport serves Cape Girardeau, Missouri, a Mississippi River city and home of Southeast Missouri State University. CGI offers a 6,499-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The airport serves Rush Limbaugh's hometown, the Trail of Tears historical sites, and the Mississippi River commerce.
Transworld Jets Insider Tip
Cape Girardeau is positioned on the Mississippi River between St. Louis and Memphis. Trail of Tears State Park preserves the historic Cherokee crossing point. Southeast Missouri State University has a growing athletics program. The Mississippi River flood wall murals depict 12,000 years of regional history.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at Cape Girardeau?
Yes. Cape Girardeau Regional's 6,499-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning.
What are the flood wall murals?
Cape Girardeau's downtown flood wall features a series of large murals depicting 12,000 years of regional history, from Native Americans to the modern river city.
How far is Cape Girardeau from St. Louis?
Cape Girardeau is approximately 115 miles southeast of St. Louis, typically a 90-minute drive via I-55.
Aircraft Compatible with Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
Based on the longest runway (6,500 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 6,500 ft | 150 ft | Con | ✓ Yes |
| 02/20 | 3,997 ft | 100 ft | Pem | ✓ Yes |
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- IATA Code
- CGI
- ICAO Code
- KCGI
- Elevation
- 342 ft
- Runways
- 2
- Longest Runway
- 6,500 ft
- Location
- Cape Girardeau, Missouri