Lincoln Airport
Lincoln Airport is the primary commercial gateway to Nebraska's capital city, located 5 miles northwest of downtown Lincoln. LNK offers three runways with the longest at 12,901 feet, accommodating all heavy jets and VIP-configured airliners. The airport serves the University of Nebraska (Cornhuskers football), the Nebraska state government, and Lincoln's growing tech sector. Dedicated FBO facilities provide private terminals. Estimated charter rates to Lincoln via LNK: 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
Nebraska Cornhuskers home football games at Memorial Stadium are the single biggest private aviation events in Lincoln, with the stadium's 90,000+ sellout streak dating back decades. Lincoln's long runway (12,901 feet) is one of the longest in the Midwest, making it suitable for any aircraft. The state capitol building is an Art Deco landmark.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can any VIP aircraft land at Lincoln?
Yes. Lincoln Airport's 12,901-foot runway accommodates all heavy jets and VIP-configured airliners including the Boeing BBJ, Airbus ACJ, and the largest wide-body VIP conversions.
When is Lincoln Airport busiest?
Nebraska Cornhuskers home football games are the busiest weekends, with the stadium's 90,000+ sellout streak attracting fans from across the country. The Nebraska State Fair in Grand Island also brings traffic.
How close is LNK to the University of Nebraska?
Lincoln Airport is approximately 5 miles from the University of Nebraska campus and Memorial Stadium, typically a 10-minute drive.
Aircraft Compatible with Lincoln Airport
Based on the longest runway (12,901 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 12,901 ft | 200 ft | Pem | ✓ Yes |
| 14/32 | 8,649 ft | 150 ft | Pem | ✓ Yes |
| 17/35 | 5,801 ft | 100 ft | Pem | ✓ Yes |
Nearby Alternative Airports
More Airports in Nebraska
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AIA — Alliance
Chadron Municipal Airport
CDR — Chadron
Columbus Municipal Airport
OLU — Columbus
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
GRI — Grand Island
Kearney Regional Airport
EAR — Kearney
McCook Ben Nelson Regional Airport
MCK — McCook
Karl Stefan Memorial Airport
OFK — Norfolk
North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field
LBF — North Platte
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- IATA Code
- LNK
- ICAO Code
- KLNK
- Elevation
- 1,219 ft
- Runways
- 3
- Longest Runway
- 12,901 ft
- Location
- Lincoln, Nebraska