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Waukegan National Airport (UGN/KUGN) is a public general-aviation reliever airport in Waukegan, Illinois, about 30 miles north of downtown Chicago near Lake Michigan. Formerly Waukegan Regional Airport, it was renamed Waukegan National Airport in 2018 and serves private, corporate, and flight-training traffic for the northern Chicago metro area. It has a control tower, two runways, and FBO services, but no scheduled commercial airline service.
💡 Local Tip
If you're flying in, ask the FBO about after-hours access and self-serve fuel before arrival; the tower and some services may have limited hours, and the airport is a popular training base, so pattern traffic can be heavy on clear VFR weekends.
🚖 Getting There
By car, take I-94 or US-41 to Waukegan; the airport is a short drive west of downtown Waukegan. Public transit is limited: Metra's Union Pacific North line stops in Waukegan, but you'll need a taxi, rideshare, or prearranged pickup for the final few miles. Rental cars are not based at the airport, so arrange ground transport in advance.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Waukegan National Airport have commercial flights?
A: No, UGN is a general-aviation airport with no scheduled airline service; it primarily handles private, corporate, and flight-training aircraft.
Q: What are the airport codes for Waukegan National Airport?
A: The IATA code is UGN and the ICAO code is KUGN.
Q: How far is Waukegan National Airport from downtown Chicago?
A: It is roughly 30 miles north of downtown Chicago, typically a 45- to 60-minute drive depending on traffic.
Q: What services are available at UGN?
A: Services generally include fuel, hangars, tie-downs, flight instruction, aircraft maintenance, and FBO support; check ahead for current hours and customs availability.
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