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Ely Municipal Airport

Ely, United States

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Ely Municipal Airport

Ely, United States
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Small municipal airport serving Ely in northern Minnesota.

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Ely, United States
Ely Municipal Airport (IATA: LYU, ICAO: KELO) is a general aviation airport located near Ely, Minnesota, in the United States. It serves as a gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and the surrounding lake country of northeastern Minnesota. The airport is owned and operated by the City of Ely and primarily supports private, charter, and small commercial flights. It plays an important role for residents, outfitters, and visitors accessing this remote recreational region. The facility features a single paved runway and basic general aviation amenities, consistent with its role as a small municipal airport serving a rural community.
Terminals
The airport has no commercial passenger terminal; it is a general aviation facility with basic fixed-base operator services.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation to the city of Ely is limited to private vehicles, rental cars, and charter arrangements, as no regular public transit connects the airport to town.
Airlines here
No scheduled commercial airlines operate at Ely Municipal Airport; it serves primarily private and charter aviation.
Notable facts
  • ›Ely Municipal Airport serves as an access point to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
  • ›The airport has a single paved runway suitable for small to medium general aviation aircraft.
  • ›It is owned and operated by the City of Ely, Minnesota.
  • ›The airport supports seaplane operations and floatplane activity common in the Minnesota lake country.
  • ›Ely is one of the most remote small cities in Minnesota, making the airport an important regional asset.
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Gateway to Minnesota's pristine wilderness and boundary waters canoe country

Ely Municipal Airport is a small general aviation facility serving the remote town of Ely in northeastern Minnesota, a community renowned as the entry point to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. The airport supports private pilots, charter operations, and outdoor recreation traffic drawn by the region's exceptional fishing, camping, and canoe routes. Its modest infrastructure reflects the quiet, rugged character of the Iron Range landscape it calls home.

Terminals
  • General Aviation Terminal — A single small terminal building serving private and charter aircraft with basic passenger amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Rental car (limited local agencies — advance booking strongly advised)
  • Taxi and private car services from Ely town operators
  • Shuttle services arranged through local outfitters and lodges
Nearby Hotels
  • Burntside Lodge
  • Ely Motel
  • Blueberry Hill Bed & Breakfast
  • Grand Ely Lodge
Dining

The airport itself has no on-site dining, but the town of Ely — just a few minutes away — offers a range of casual eateries, diners, and local taverns catering to outdoor adventurers. Ely Steakhouse and Boathouse Brewpub are popular stops for hearty meals after long days in the wilderness.

Traveller Tips
  • Always pre-arrange ground transportation as on-demand options are very limited in this remote area.
  • Fuel availability at the airport may be limited — confirm with the FBO before arrival if flying in.
  • Book lodging and outfitter services well in advance, especially during summer canoe season (June–August).
  • Weather in northeastern Minnesota can change rapidly; check NOTAMs and forecasts carefully before departure.
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Ely Municipal Airport is a public airport located in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States, four miles south of the city of Ely, which owns the airport.

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