Springfield Branson National Airport (KSGF)
Medium airport · Springfield, Missouri, United States
Airport data
| Name | Springfield Branson National Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | KSGF |
| IATA | SGF |
| Elevation | 1,268 ft (386 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 37°14'42" W 93°23'19" 37.24505, -93.38860 |
| Location | Springfield, Missouri, United States |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 7,003 ft (2135 m) | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 14/32 | 8,000 ft (2438 m) | 150 ft | PEM | Yes |
Springfield Branson National Airport at a glance
Springfield Branson National Airport is a medium airport in Springfield, Missouri, United States, known to airline systems as SGF. The field elevation of 1,268 ft (386 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at KSGF 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 — 14/32 — offers 8,000 ft (2438 m) of pem surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 14 points roughly 140° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for KSGF 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 Springfield Branson National Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Branson Airport | KBBG | 81 km (44 NM) |
| Joplin Regional Airport | KJLN | 99 km (53 NM) |
| Boone County Airport | KHRO | 111 km (60 NM) |
| Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport-Forney Field | KTBN | 123 km (66 NM) |
| Ozark Regional Airport | KBPK | 127 km (69 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Springfield Branson National Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 1,268 ft field elevation of Springfield Branson National 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 Springfield Branson National Airport
What is the ICAO code of Springfield Branson National Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Springfield Branson National Airport is KSGF, and its IATA code is SGF. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Springfield Branson National Airport above sea level?
Springfield Branson National Airport sits at an elevation of 1,268 feet (386 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Springfield Branson National Airport located?
The airport lies at 37.2450, -93.3886 — in Springfield, Missouri, United States, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Branson Airport, about 81 km away.
Does KSGF publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for KSGF 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 Springfield Branson National Airport?
Springfield Branson National Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 14/32, measures 8,000 ft (2438 m) with a PEM surface.