La Crosse Regional Airport
La Crosse Regional Airport serves La Crosse, Wisconsin, a scenic Mississippi River city at the confluence of the Mississippi, Black, and La Crosse Rivers. Located 5 miles northwest of downtown La Crosse, LSE offers a 8,719-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets and many VIP-configured airliners. The airport serves the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, the Driftless Area outdoor recreation, and the Three Rivers region. Estimated charter rates to La Crosse via LSE: 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
La Crosse sits in the heart of the Driftless Area, a unique unglaciated region of bluffs and valleys along the Mississippi River. Grandad Bluff offers one of the most spectacular river views in the Midwest. The Oktoberfest celebration is Wisconsin's largest and one of the best in America.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at La Crosse?
Yes. La Crosse Regional's 8,719-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets and many VIP-configured airliners.
When is La Crosse busiest?
The Oktoberfest celebration (late September/early October) is the biggest annual event. UW-La Crosse events and summer river tourism also drive traffic.
Why fly private to La Crosse?
Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to La Crosse, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.
Aircraft Compatible with La Crosse Regional Airport
Based on the longest runway (8,742 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 8,742 ft | 150 ft | Con | ✓ Yes |
| 13/31 | 6,050 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 04/22 | 5,199 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
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- IATA Code
- LSE
- ICAO Code
- KLSE
- Elevation
- 655 ft
- Runways
- 3
- Longest Runway
- 8,742 ft
- Location
- La Crosse, Wisconsin