DuPage Airport (DPA)

DuPage Airport (DPA) is a premier general aviation and business hub located in West Chicago, Illinois, approximately 30 miles west of downtown Chicago. Spanning over 2,800 acres, it is one of the busiest airports in the state and serves as a major reliever for Chicago O'Hare. The airport features four active runways, including the 7,571-foot primary runway which is the second longest in the Chicago area. It operates as a 24-hour facility with an FAA-staffed air traffic control tower and a massive 1-million-square-foot apron capable of accommodating a wide variety of corporate jets and private aircraft. The DuPage Flight Center serves as the airport's central Fixed-Base Operator (FBO), providing 24/7 world-class services for pilots and executive travelers. The terminal features a luxurious lobby, high-speed Wi-Fi, executive conference rooms, and a dedicated pilot's lounge with snooze rooms and showers. On-site U.S. Customs and Border Protection services are available, allowing the airport to handle direct international arrivals from around the globe. While there is no scheduled commercial airline service, the FBO provides comprehensive concierge support, including gourmet catering, luxury crew cars, and on-site rental car services through major providers. A unique feature of the DuPage Airport property is the Prairie Landing Golf Club, an award-winning championship course designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., located immediately adjacent to the airfield. This provides a high-end recreational option for business travelers and flight crews during their stays. The airport is also home to a significant number of corporate flight departments and several flight training schools. Ground transportation is primarily served by pre-arranged limousines, taxis, and rental cars, with easy access to major thoroughfares like IL Route 64 (North Avenue) and IL Route 38 (Roosevelt Road), making it a preferred choice for travelers visiting the western Chicago suburbs and the tech corridor.