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Montevideo Chippewa County Airport (MVE/KMVE) is a city-owned public-use general aviation airport located about two miles northeast of Montevideo, Minnesota, in the Minnesota River valley. It serves private and business pilots with a paved primary runway, a turf crosswind runway, and basic services such as fuel and hangars. There is no scheduled airline service; the field is primarily a local GA and agricultural aviation base for Chippewa County.
💡 Local Tip
Check NOTAMs for the turf runway 3/21—it can be soft or snow-covered outside dry summer conditions—and call ahead if you need after-hours fuel or hangar access.
🚖 Getting There
A car is the most practical way to reach MVE; from downtown Montevideo, follow local signs/County Road 15 or US-212 to the airport entrance. Taxi and rideshare availability is limited, so schedule pickups ahead. For commercial flights, MSP is about 130 miles east and roughly a 2.5-hour drive.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Montevideo Chippewa County Airport have commercial flights?
A: No. MVE is a general aviation airport with no scheduled passenger airline service; nearby commercial service is available at Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP), Sioux Falls (FSD), or Watertown (ATY).
Q: What runway and facilities are available at KMVE?
A: The airport has a paved primary runway (14/32) and a turf crosswind runway (3/21), plus tiedowns, hangars, and self-serve fuel. Pilots should check current NOTAMs and fuel availability before arrival.
Q: How far is the airport from downtown Montevideo?
A: It is roughly a 5- to 10-minute drive from downtown Montevideo. The airport is outside the city center, so a car or prearranged ride is recommended.
Q: Can I rent a car at the airport?
A: There is typically no on-site rental car desk. Arrange a rental car, taxi, or ride from Montevideo in advance; some local FBOs or hotels may assist with courtesy transportation.
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