Airport
Waukegan National Airport (UGN)
Waukegan National Airport is a general aviation gateway serving Waukegan, Lake County and Chicago's North Shore, located about 35 miles north of downtown Chicago. Compare transfer options to Waukegan, Chicago, Gurnee, Lake Forest and nearby North Shore communities, and plan your journey with ease.
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About Waukegan National Airport
Waukegan National Airport is a public general aviation airport serving Waukegan, Lake County and Chicago's North Shore. Operating since 1956 and owned by the Waukegan Port District, it is classified by the FAA as a reliever airport for Chicago O'Hare International and primarily handles private, corporate, executive and government aircraft.
The airport sits about 35 miles north of downtown Chicago, between Chicago and Milwaukee. Its airfield includes a 6,000-foot main runway with an instrument landing system, a second crosswind runway, a manned air traffic control tower, and an on-airport U.S. Customs office supporting direct international arrivals.
Road access and local highways connect the airport to Waukegan, Gurnee, Lake Forest and other North Shore communities, while Metra rail, taxis, rental cars and private transfers provide onward travel to Chicago and the wider region.
Passenger amenities are delivered through fixed-base operators, which offer lounges, flight planning and concierge services, with shopping and entertainment destinations such as Gurnee Mills, Six Flags Great America and Lake Michigan's Waukegan Marina located nearby.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Waukegan National Airport operates as a general aviation facility rather than a traditional commercial passenger terminal complex. Fixed-base operators (FBOs) on the airfield provide passenger lounges, pilot facilities and ramp access for private, corporate and charter aircraft.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Waukegan National Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Waukegan National Airport to hotels, business districts and destinations across Waukegan, the North Shore and greater Chicago.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from Waukegan National Airport, business meetings, events or journeys around the Chicago area.
Car Rental
Rent a car at Waukegan National Airport for independent travel around Lake County and onward journeys to Chicago, Milwaukee and nearby destinations.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Waukegan National Airport, hotels, event venues, corporate locations and other destinations in the region.
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