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St. Louis Regional Airport (ALN/KALN) is a public-use airport in East Alton, Illinois, about 15 miles north of downtown St. Louis. It operates as a reliever to St. Louis Lambert International and primarily handles general aviation, corporate, and charter traffic. The airport has a terminal, FBO services, and two runways, making it a convenient Metro East gateway.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know the airport is a designated reliever for Lambert, so transient parking and hangar space can fill during major St. Louis events; call the FBO ahead if you need overnight or event-week space.
🚖 Getting There
By car, take I-270 to IL-255 or I-55/70 to IL-111/IL-143 toward East Alton/Alton; the airport entrance is signed off Terminal Drive. There is no direct MetroLink rail service to the airport, so rental cars, taxis, and rideshares are the main options. Allow extra time during weekday rush hours if heading to or from downtown St. Louis.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does St. Louis Regional Airport have commercial airline service?
A: No, ALN does not currently have scheduled passenger airline service. It primarily serves general aviation, corporate, charter, and flight-training operations.
Q: How far is the airport from downtown St. Louis?
A: It is roughly 15-20 miles north of downtown St. Louis, typically a 25-35 minute drive depending on traffic via I-270 or I-55/70.
Q: What facilities are available at ALN?
A: The airport offers a terminal, FBO services, fuel, hangars, tie-downs, and maintenance. Rental cars and courtesy transportation may be available through the FBO.
Q: Is there a control tower at KALN?
A: Yes, St. Louis Regional Airport has an operating control tower; pilots should check current frequencies and hours in the Chart Supplement before flying in.
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