Morristown Municipal Airport
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Morristown Airport from Manhattan?
Morristown Municipal Airport is approximately 27 miles west of Midtown Manhattan, typically a 45-60 minute drive depending on traffic. Helicopter transfers can reach Manhattan heliports in about 15 minutes.
Why use Morristown instead of Teterboro?
Morristown is less congested than Teterboro and often has slot availability when TEB is full. It's also closer for travelers heading to western New Jersey, the Hudson Valley, or central Pennsylvania. Lower landing fees and operating costs are additional benefits.
Can heavy jets land at Morristown Airport?
Yes. Morristown's 6,002-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with appropriate weight planning. Super-mid-size jets and most heavy jets operate here routinely.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 5,998 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 13/31 | 3,997 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
Nearby Alternative Airports
Newark Liberty International Airport
EWR — Longest runway: 11,000 ft
Teterboro Airport
TEB — Longest runway: 6,997 ft
LaGuardia Airport
LGA — Longest runway: 7,002 ft
John F. Kennedy International Airport
JFK — Longest runway: 14,511 ft
Westchester County Airport
HPN — Longest runway: 6,549 ft
Trenton Mercer Airport
TTN — Longest runway: 6,006 ft
New York Stewart International Airport
SWF — Longest runway: 11,817 ft
Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport
NEL — Longest runway: 5,002 ft
Republic Airport
FRG — Longest runway: 6,833 ft
Mc Guire Air Force Base
WRI — Longest runway: 11,451 ft
Lehigh Valley International Airport
ABE — Longest runway: 7,599 ft
Northeast Philadelphia Airport
PNE — Longest runway: 7,000 ft
Airport Resources
Quick Facts
- IATA Code
- MMU
- ICAO Code
- KMMU
- Elevation
- 187 ft
- Runways
- 2
- Longest Runway
- 5,998 ft
- Location
- Morristown, New Jersey