Greater Kankakee Airport

KIKK / IKK

Kankakee, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 17:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
17:55Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
8 kt
90°
3 SM
Visibility
500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KIKK 041755Z AUTO 09008KT 3SM BR OVC005 06/05 A3013 RMK AO2 T00600051 10060 20031

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 630 ft
OVC 500 ft AGL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,130 ft AMSL
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (630 ft)
Pressure Alt
428 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -501 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.7°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IKK
04 ✈️
22
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
5,979 ft 100 ft ASP 38°
5.1 kt 6.1 kt
50° angle
16/34 4,399 ft 75 ft ASP 161°
2.6 kt 7.6 kt
71° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KIKK

8,468 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.3%
MVFR
16.6%
IFR
2.4%
LIFR
1.8%

Greater Kankakee Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 12.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
6%
NE
7.8%
E
9.7%
SE
9.5%
S
11.6%
SW
10.9%
W
20.6%
NW
11%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.4°C
Range: -21°C to 32°C
-21°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.5%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

November September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt

Statistics computed from 8,468 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Greater Kankakee Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KIKK
IATA Code: IKK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 630 ft MSL

Location

City: Kankakee
Country: US
Latitude: 41.071400°
Longitude: -87.846298°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 5,979 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 4,399 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Greater Kankakee Airport

Overview

Greater Kankakee Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Kankakee, Illinois, situated at an elevation of 630 feet mean sea level. The airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the regional transportation network, offering two paved runways that support various general aviation activities. Its strategic location and infrastructure make it a significant general aviation hub in northeastern Illinois.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Greater Kankakee Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) present 80.1% of the time. The airport experiences moderate wind conditions, with a prevailing westerly wind at 270° and an average speed of 8.8 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -21°C to 32°C, which pilots should consider during flight planning and performance calculations.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 04/22 with a length of 5,979 feet and Runway 16/34 measuring 4,399 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% wind favorability, with relatively low average crosswind speeds of 5.9 and 6.2 knots respectively. The airport's elevation and geographic characteristics contribute to its consistent operational reliability across different seasons.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visibility conditions, with an average visibility of 9.6 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility (less than 3 miles occurs in only 0.5% of observations). The best visual flying months are November, September, and October, offering optimal conditions for general aviation operations. Winds are typically calm 14.2% of the time, providing predictable approach and departure scenarios.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.