South Texas Gulf Coast Gateway

Corpus Christi International Airport (KCRP)

1000 International Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78406 · 6 mi to downtown Corpus Christi

2
Runways
7,508 ft
Main Runway
2
FBOs
50,000+
Annual Ops
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Corpus Christi at a Glance

Corpus Christi International Airport (KCRP/CRP) is a city-owned, full-service international airport about 6 miles west of downtown Corpus Christi, Texas. It has two grooved-asphalt runways: 13/31 at 7,510 feet and 18/36 at 6,080 feet. A 24-hour control tower (119.4) and ILS, RNAV, and VOR approaches support all-weather access. Two FBOs, Atlantic Aviation and Sterling Air Service, handle business jets, with Jet-A and 100LL. As a U.S. Customs landing-rights airport, it clears international arrivals.

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Corpus Christi International Airport, 1000 International Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78406

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport NameCorpus Christi International Airport
ICAO CodeKCRP
IATA CodeCRP
FAA IdentifierCRP
Address1000 International Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78406
Elevation44 ft MSL
Coordinates27.7704° N, 97.5012° W
Owner / OperatorCity of Corpus Christi
Phone+1-361-289-0171
FAA DataAirNav CRP
Operations & Facilities
Runways13/31: 7,508 ft (Concrete)
18/36: 6,100 ft (Asphalt)
FBOsAtlantic Aviation Corpus Christi
CustomsYes — U.S. Customs
FuelJet-A, 100LL
Hours24/7
ApproachesILS, RNAV, VOR, Visual
Tower / Freq119.3
Weight LimitNone
Annual Operations50,000+

Runways & Approaches

Corpus Christi International operates two grooved-asphalt runways. The primary, Runway 13/31, is 7,510 feet long and 150 feet wide, ample for super-midsize and most heavy business jets at typical Gulf Coast loads. The crosswind Runway 18/36 measures 6,080 feet by 150 feet, providing strong wind flexibility on a coastal field where sea breezes and frontal passages shift wind direction frequently.

The airport is fully instrumented with ILS, RNAV (GPS), and VOR approaches served by a control tower operating 24 hours on 119.4. At a field elevation of about 46 feet MSL, density-altitude penalties are negligible, so published runway lengths translate almost directly into usable performance even on hot, humid summer days.

FBOs & Ground Services

Full-service fixed-base operators handle private traffic here, offering Jet-A, hangarage, customs coordination, and concierge ground transportation. Arrange handling in advance for peak-season and after-hours arrivals.

Atlantic Aviation

Full-service FBO west of the main terminal offering line service, ground and charter handling, Jet-A and 100LL, crew cars and rental cars, Wi-Fi, and a pilot's lounge. Coordinates U.S. Customs for international arrivals.

Sterling Air Service

FBO east of the terminal providing line services, charter, aircraft maintenance, and aircraft management for based and transient business aircraft.

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Aircraft Registered in CORPUS CHRISTI (242)

242 aircraft are registered to owners in CORPUS CHRISTI, TX according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 242. Track live flights from CRP →

N101CK
CH-7 HELI-SPORT S R L CH-7 KOMPRESS
N1048Q
MAULE MXT-7-180A · 1997
N1074S
MOONEY M20J · 1981
N1075M
CESSNA 177RG · 1973
N107HM
PILATUS PC-12/45 · 1999
N107VA
JAMES A WALKER RV-10 · 2019
N10W
BEECH 58P · 1984
N113DA
SLINGSBY T59D KESTREL 19 · 1972
N11621
CESSNA 150L
N116FL
PIPER PA-18-150 · 1974
N119BT
PIPER AIRCRAFT INC PA-28-181 · 2022
N124GA
BEECH B200 · 1982
N1262J
ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL 112A
N128AS
RAYTHEON AIRCRAFT COMPANY B200
N129DP
CESSNA 310L
N129TP
PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-12/45 · 2005
N129UA
UAV FACTORY PENGUIN C
N130UA
UAV FACTORY PENGUIN C
N131UA
UAV FACTORY PENGUIN C
N133KC
HARRISON P G HARMON ROCKET II

Popular Routes from CRP

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO Jet-A Price Notes
Atlantic Aviation$4.80 – $6.00/galTexas Coastal Bend
Aircraft Category Estimated Fee
Light Jet (up to 12,500 lbs)$25 – $60
Midsize Jet (12,500–25,000 lbs)$60 – $125
Super-Mid Jet (25,000–45,000 lbs)$125 – $200
Heavy Jet (45,000+ lbs)$200 – $350
Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview

Corpus Christi International Airport (KCRP) is the primary commercial and general-aviation airport for the Texas Coastal Bend, owned and operated by the City of Corpus Christi and located roughly 6 miles west of downtown. It combines scheduled airline service with a robust general-aviation operation, making it the main private-aviation gateway to Corpus Christi, the bayfront, Padre Island, and the surrounding energy and petrochemical corridor.

Runway Capability

With a 7,510-foot primary runway (13/31) and a 6,080-foot crosswind runway (18/36), KCRP comfortably accommodates the full range of business jets, from light jets and turboprops up through super-midsize and heavy aircraft such as the Gulfstream G650 and Bombardier Global series under most conditions. The near-sea-level elevation of about 46 feet keeps density-altitude effects minimal year-round.

Charter Considerations

Two competing FBOs, Atlantic Aviation and Sterling Air Service, give charter clients real choice on ramp, fuel, and handling. The airport runs 24/7 with a continuously staffed tower, so there is no curfew and no slot or noise restriction. Demand tends to track energy-sector business travel and warm-season leisure trips to the coast; booking ahead of holiday weekends and major Gulf-coast events secures better aircraft and pricing.

Safety & Planning

KCRP is well-equipped for instrument operations, with ILS, RNAV (GPS), and VOR approaches and a 24-hour control tower on 119.4. The two-runway layout provides excellent crosswind options on a coastal field where wind direction shifts with sea breezes and frontal passages. The chief planning factors are summer convective activity and the Atlantic hurricane season (June through November), when crews monitor tropical systems closely.

International Access

Corpus Christi International is a U.S. Customs landing-rights airport, and Atlantic Aviation coordinates Customs and Border Protection clearance for international arrivals. Because it is a landing-rights field rather than a full port of entry, operators should arrange CBP processing in advance through their FBO when flying in from Mexico or other international points.

Regional Context

Corpus Christi anchors South Texas's Coastal Bend, with a deepwater port that is one of the largest U.S. crude-oil export hubs. That energy economy, along with tourism to the beaches of Padre and Mustang Islands and the USS Lexington museum, drives steady private-aviation demand. Nearby relievers and military fields exist, but KCRP's long runways, customs, and dual FBOs make it the practical choice for jet travel to the region.

Nearby Airports

Airports within 150 nautical miles of Corpus Christi International Airport. Useful for alternate planning, repositioning, or comparing FBO options.

Nueces County Airport
KRBO · 10 NM from KCRP
High Man Tower Airstrip
TE62 · 11 NM from KCRP
Hunt Airport
K9R5 · 11 NM from KCRP
Cabaniss Field NOLF
KNGW · 12 NM from KCRP

Frequently Asked Questions

The ICAO identifier for Corpus Christi International Airport is KCRP. The FAA designator is also KCRP. Use this code when filing flight plans and referencing the airport in official communications.

Corpus Christi International Airport (KCRP) sits at 27.7704° N, 97.5012° W, near Corpus Christi, TX. At 44 feet MSL, the airport provides general aviation access to the surrounding region.

Corpus Christi International Airport has two runways. The primary, Runway 13/31, is 7,510 feet long and 150 feet wide with a grooved-asphalt surface. The crosswind runway, 18/36, is 6,080 feet by 150 feet. The 7,510-foot main runway supports the full range of business jets.

Yes. With a 7,510-foot primary runway and a near-sea-level elevation of about 46 feet, KCRP accommodates everything from light jets and turboprops to super-midsize and heavy jets such as the Gulfstream G650 and Bombardier Global series under most conditions. The airport is towered 24/7 with ILS, RNAV, and VOR approaches.

Yes. KCRP has two full-service FBOs: Atlantic Aviation, west of the main terminal, and Sterling Air Service, east of the terminal. Both offer line service, Jet-A and 100LL fuel, ground and charter handling, and crew/rental cars. Atlantic Aviation also coordinates U.S. Customs for international arrivals.

Field elevation at KCRP: 44 feet above mean sea level. This figure appears in the Airport/Facility Directory and should be used for all performance computations at Corpus Christi International Airport.

Yes. Corpus Christi International Airport offers ILS, RNAV (GPS), and VOR instrument approaches, backed by a control tower operating 24 hours a day on 119.4. The combination supports reliable all-weather access despite Gulf Coast fog and convective weather.

The Jet Finder arranges private charter from Corpus Christi International Airport (KCRP). Tell us where you need to go, when, and how many passengers. We handle the aircraft sourcing, operator vetting, and logistics.

Aircraft types at Corpus Christi International Airport are limited by the 7,508-foot runway. Light jets (Citation CJ series, Phenom 100/300), turboprops (King Air, PC-12), and piston singles operate without issues. Larger jets require performance verification.

Yes. KCRP has an FAA control tower that operates continuously, 24 hours a day, on primary frequency 119.4. Pilots should establish two-way communication before entering the Class C or D airspace at all times.

Both FBOs at KCRP, Atlantic Aviation and Sterling Air Service, sell Jet-A and 100LL. Jet-A typically runs in the range of about $4.80 to $6.00 per gallon; contact the FBO directly for current pricing and contract-fuel rates.

Yes. Corpus Christi International is a U.S. Customs landing-rights airport, and Atlantic Aviation coordinates Customs and Border Protection clearance for international arrivals. Because it is a landing-rights field, arrange CBP processing in advance through your FBO when arriving from Mexico or other international points.

Weather at Corpus Christi International Airport varies seasonally. For current METAR and TAF reports, check aviationweather.gov using identifier KCRP. TX weather patterns can include seasonal precipitation, fog, and convective activity.

Corpus Christi International Airport is located about 6 miles west of downtown Corpus Christi, roughly a 10- to 15-minute drive. FBO crew cars, rental cars, car service, and rideshare are all available for the short trip to the bayfront, the port, and Padre Island.

Yes. Transient aircraft parking, ramp tiedowns, and hangar space are available through the two on-field FBOs, Atlantic Aviation and Sterling Air Service. Rates and hangar availability vary, so confirm with the FBO before arrival, particularly for larger aircraft.

Get a quote for private charter from KCRP: visit thejetfinder.com/contact.html or call directly. Share your itinerary and passenger details. We handle aircraft sourcing from Corpus Christi International Airport to your destination.

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