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Coles County Memorial Airport (MTO/KMTO) is a public-use general aviation airport located about three miles southeast of Mattoon, Illinois. It serves Coles County, nearby Charleston, and Eastern Illinois University with a paved runway, FBO services, and hangars. The airport has no scheduled commercial airline service; it primarily supports private, business, and training flights in east-central Illinois.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know to call the FBO before arrival to confirm after-hours fuel, restroom access, and courtesy-car availability, since staffing is limited at this quiet general aviation field.
🚖 Getting There
By car, reach the airport from I-57 at Mattoon (Exit 190), then follow Illinois Route 16 east and turn onto Airport Road; the terminal is a short drive southeast of town. There is no scheduled public transit to MTO, and taxi or rideshare coverage can be sparse, so book ground transportation ahead. Charleston and Eastern Illinois University are about 15–20 minutes east via IL-16.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Coles County Memorial Airport have commercial airline service?
A: No. MTO is a general aviation airport with no scheduled passenger flights; travelers typically connect through Champaign, Decatur, Indianapolis, or St. Louis.
Q: What services are available at the airport?
A: Expect basic FBO services such as fuel, tie-downs, hangars, flight instruction, and aircraft maintenance; call ahead for current hours, fuel availability, and courtesy cars.
Q: How far is the airport from Mattoon and Charleston?
A: It is roughly 5–10 minutes from Mattoon by car and about 15–20 minutes from Charleston and Eastern Illinois University.
Q: Can I rent a car at MTO?
A: Rental car counters are not typically on-site; arrange a rental in Mattoon or Charleston in advance, or confirm with the FBO whether a courtesy car is available.
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