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Luke Air Force Base (LUF) Guide

Luke Air Force Base (IATA: LUF, ICAO: KLUF) is a United States Air Force installation serving Glendale, Arizona. It functions primarily as a military air base and training center rather than a public commercial airport.

IATA LUF ICAO KLUF Glendale, United States
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No scheduled service

Quick Facts

Core identifiers and coordinates pulled from the airport dataset.

IATA
LUF
ICAO
KLUF
City
Glendale
Country
United States
Airport type
medium airport
Scheduled service
No
Coordinates
33.5350, -112.3830
Elevation
1,085 ft

Live flights to and from LUF

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Plan your route around Luke Air Force Base

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Weather at Luke Air Force Base

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26.6°C

Clear sky

Updated 2026-06-02 04:45:00
Feels like
22.7°C
Wind
13.0 kph
Visibility
83.5 km
Humidity
19%

Map / Location

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How to get from Luke Air Force Base

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01 Taxi
Luke Air Force Base is a military installation rather than a public commercial airport, so it does not have standard terminal taxi ranks. Taxis should be pre-arranged with an official/licensed operator and met at authorized pickup/drop-off points, such as the Visitor Control Center or locations directed by base personnel. Metered or official taxis are recommended, and fares vary depending on distance, time, waiting, and access requirements.
02 Car rental
Car rental options at Luke Air Force Base (LUF) may be limited because it is a military airfield rather than a regular commercial airport. Where rental service is available, desks or pickup arrangements are usually located near the arrivals area or coordinated with the passenger terminal. Booking ahead is recommended, especially to confirm vehicle availability and any base access requirements.
03 Public transport
Luke Air Force Base is a restricted military installation with no public commercial passenger terminal, so public transport does not operate as a normal airport transfer service to the airfield. For travel to nearby Glendale/West Valley areas, use Valley Metro bus services where available and then arrange an approved pickup, taxi, rideshare, or base-authorized transport for access. Check Valley Metro schedules and base access requirements before traveling.
04 Airport transfer
Private airport transfers to or from Luke Air Force Base should be arranged in advance, especially because it is a military installation with controlled access. Hotel shuttles in the Glendale or Phoenix area may be available from some properties, but travelers should confirm service areas and base access requirements directly with the hotel. Shared shuttle options are generally more common for nearby commercial airports, so availability to Luke Air Force Base should be verified before travel.
05 Distance to city center
Distance-to-center data has not been added for this airport yet.

Parking at Luke Air Force Base

Airport parking notes are kept factual and non-speculative.

Parking at Luke Air Force Base (LUF/KLUF) is primarily for authorized personnel and approved visitors, so public airport-style parking may be limited or restricted. Where parking is available, short- and long-stay options are typically offered, but rates and availability can vary by season, events, and base access requirements. Check the official Luke AFB website or contact the base visitor center/security office for current parking and access information.

Runways & Technical Info

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Runways

03L / 21R
10,000 ft · 150 ft wide · ASP
Lighted Open
03R / 21L
9,912 ft · 150 ft wide · CON
Lighted Open

Frequencies

A/D
APP/DEP

120.700 MHz

ATIS
ATIS

134.925 MHz

CLD
CLNC DEL

126.250 MHz

GND
GND

133.175 MHz

PMSV
PMSV METRO

26.740 MHz

POST
COMD POST

34.940 MHz

PTD
PTD

37.220 MHz

TWR
TWR

119.100 MHz

FAQ

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What is the IATA code for Luke Air Force Base?

The IATA code for Luke Air Force Base is LUF.

Where is Luke Air Force Base located?

Luke Air Force Base is located in Glendale, US-AZ, United States.

Can I view airport photos before my trip?

Yes. The photo gallery on this page uses traveler-submitted airport imagery when it is available in the review dataset.

Can I open Luke Air Force Base in Google Maps?

Yes. Use the map section on this page to open the airport location directly in Google Maps.

How can I check arrivals and departures?

Flight data is currently unavailable for this airport on this page. Check the airline or official airport channels for live status.

What is the ICAO code for Luke Air Force Base?

The ICAO code for Luke Air Force Base is KLUF.