Corpus Christi International Airport (KCRP)
Medium airport · Corpus Christi, Texas, United States
Airport data
| Name | Corpus Christi International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | KCRP |
| IATA | CRP |
| Elevation | 44 ft (13 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 27°46'13" W 97°30'4" 27.77040, -97.50120 |
| Location | Corpus Christi, Texas, United States |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 7,510 ft (2289 m) | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 17/35 | 6,080 ft (1853 m) | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Corpus Christi International Airport at a glance
Corpus Christi International Airport is a medium airport in Corpus Christi, Texas, United States, known to airline systems as CRP. The field elevation of 44 ft (13 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at KCRP are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
Of its 2 runways, the longest — 13/31 — offers 7,510 ft (2289 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 13 points roughly 130° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for KCRP shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Corpus Christi International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field | KNGP | 22 km (12 NM) |
| Kingsville Naval Air Station | KNQI | 42 km (23 NM) |
| Alice International Airport | KALI | 52 km (28 NM) |
| Victoria Regional Airport | KVCT | 133 km (72 NM) |
| Valley International Airport | KHRL | 172 km (93 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Corpus Christi International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 44 ft field elevation of Corpus Christi International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 917 airports and airfields we list for United States — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Corpus Christi International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Corpus Christi International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Corpus Christi International Airport is KCRP, and its IATA code is CRP. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Corpus Christi International Airport above sea level?
Corpus Christi International Airport sits at an elevation of 44 feet (13 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Corpus Christi International Airport located?
The airport lies at 27.7704, -97.5012 — in Corpus Christi, Texas, United States, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field, about 22 km away.
Does KCRP publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for KCRP appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Corpus Christi International Airport?
Corpus Christi International Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 13/31, measures 7,510 ft (2289 m) with a ASP surface.