# ALN — St Louis Regional Airport

> Machine-readable reference for ALN. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes.

Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/aln
HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/aln
Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/aln.md
JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/ALN.json (includes live arrivals + weather)
Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml
Last refreshed: 2026-06-21T07:24:01.233+00:00

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## Identity

- Name: St Louis Regional Airport
- IATA: ALN
- ICAO: KALN
- City: Alton/St Louis
- Country: US (US)
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Distance from city: 4 miles (6 km) east of Alton
- Runways: 2
- Terminals: 1
- Official website: https://stlouisregional.com

## Overview

Welcome St. Louis Regional (ALN) is not your typical passenger airport. It's more akin to an executive aviation terminal with the charm of a business and general aviation (GA) field. Just 4 miles east of Alton, you won't find the crowds or security lines here. Instead, you’ll discover a straightforward setup where frequent travelers are recognized by name. ALN is equipped with a control tower, multiple Fixed Base Operators (FBOs), providing a business-friendly experience tailored for corporate flights and charters. Parking is just a stroll from the terminal, making it convenient for those accustomed to more exclusive air travel. At a glance St. Louis Regional Airport caters primarily to corporate jets, charters, and general aviation with no regular commercial airline schedules. The absence of scheduled passenger service means no TSA-controlled checkpoints, making for a swift transition from car to plane in under 15 minutes during usual operations. The airport boasts full-length runways, ensuring robust weather and instrument operations. This versatility makes it a practical choice for those seeking reliable IFR access near St. Louis. While the airport itself might be quiet, its pro…

## Terminals (1)

- **Main Terminal**
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aln/terminals/main

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: Don’t expect a traditional terminal maze or TSA line-ups; ALN lets you walk from lot to aircraft in as little as 15 minutes.
- _Local_: Skip dining at the airport—head into town as local dining requires a short drive from ALN.
- _Time_: Confirm the correct FBO with your charter operator to avoid unnecessary walks or waits.
- _Quiet_: The main terminal feels like a small office lobby, ideal for relaxation away from the usual airport chaos.
- _Avoid_: Check your flight itineraries twice since there’s no routine passenger service—ALN isn't set up like a commercial airline terminal.
- _Insider_: Aviation enthusiasts can contact the airport for ramp-side viewing privileges, offering a front-row seat to corporate and occasional military movements.
- _Time_: Use IL-255/IL-140 to bypass city traffic, reducing your travel time to and from the airport.

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## Live data

Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch:
- https://airport.flights/api/airport/ALN.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache)
- https://airport.flights/airport/aln/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals
- https://airport.flights/airport/aln/departures — HTML page with live departures