Joplin Regional Airport Guide

IATA JLNICAO KJLNJoplinUpdated 2026-10-16
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Joplin Regional Airport is a city-owned public airport in Jasper County, Missouri, about 6 km north of Joplin. It opened in April 1940 and serves the Joplin area in the southwest corner of the state, near the Kansas, Oklahoma and Arkansas borders.

Two runways serve the field. Runway 13/31 is asphalt and measures about 6,501 by 150 feet. Runway 18/36 is concrete and measures about 6,502 by 100 feet. The airport recorded 17,868 aircraft operations in 2022, about 49 a day, and most of them are general aviation. Mizzou Aviation is the fixed-base operator.

Scheduled airline service is flown by SkyWest as United Express under the federal Essential Air Service program, with flights to Chicago O'Hare and Denver. The airport handled 34,450 passengers in the 12 months ending October 2024.

Services

3 of 6 available

Compare 4 listed options at Joplin Regional Airport, spanning parking, car rentals and hotels. Each guide sets out locations, distance from the airport, key features and links to book direct, so you can weigh cost against convenience before you fly. Select a service below to see every provider we track for Joplin Regional Airport.

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Key facts

Size
34K passengers (2024)2 runwaysopened 1940
Location
37.152, -94.498
Operator
City of Joplin

Terminals

1 terminal

Joplin Regional Airport has 1 passenger terminal — Passenger Terminal, handling domestic flights for around 1 airlines. Check which terminal your airline uses before you travel, as check-in, security and boarding points differ between them, and moving from one to another can take time.

  • Passenger TerminalDomestic

    United Express

Nearby cities

1 city

Joplin Regional Airport is closest to Joplin (6.4 km south). With 1 town or city within reach, it is a practical gateway for the wider region. Distances shown are straight-line from the airport, so allow extra time for road transfers, traffic and parking.

  • Joplin6.4 km south

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Joplin Regional Airport?

Joplin Regional Airport uses the following codes: IATA: JLN, ICAO: KJLN. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Joplin Regional Airport located?

Joplin Regional Airport is located in Joplin, Missouri, United States. The airport coordinates are 37.1518°, -94.4983°.

What services are available at Joplin Regional Airport?

Joplin Regional Airport offers: 1 parking options, 2 car rental companies, 1 nearby hotels. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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