Operating times:
Daily 0600-1700 UTC
Customs & Immigration:
Customs: Daily 0600-1700 UTC • Immigration: Daily 0600-1700 UTC
Runways
2 RWY, 2150m/7053ft 2 Runways, longest: 2150m/7053ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
Fuel Availability
Jet A1
AVGAS
Jet A1, AVGAS: Fuel truck
Source: OpenAIP data. Contact FBO for pricing.
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↓ 7 kt
←R 4 kt
Wind
330° · 8 kt
Temperature
10°C
Dew point
2°C
Visibility
CAVOK
QNH
1021 hPa
Ceiling
Clear
METAR: 25 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | ←R 4 kt | 7 kt ↑ |
| 29 | ←R 5 kt | 6 kt ↑ |
| 11 | →L 5 kt | 6 kt ↓ |
| 12 | →L 4 kt | 7 kt ↓ |
18:00Z → Tomorrow 18:00Z
VFR
[30012KT 9999 NSW NSC]
300° 12 kt · 9.7 km · No Significant Weather (NSW) · No significant clouds (NSC)
18:00Z → Tomorrow 08:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 28006KT 9999 NSW NSC]
Becoming (BECMG)
280° 6 kt · 9.7 km · No Significant Weather (NSW) · No significant clouds (NSC)
Tomorrow 08:00Z → Tomorrow 16:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 29010KT 9999 NSW NSC]
Becoming (BECMG)
290° 10 kt · 9.7 km · No Significant Weather (NSW) · No significant clouds (NSC)
Tomorrow 16:00Z → Tomorrow 18:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 28006KT 9999 NSW NSC]
Becoming (BECMG)
280° 6 kt · 9.7 km · No Significant Weather (NSW) · No significant clouds (NSC)
METAR LKKV 231900Z 33008KT CAVOK 10/02 Q1021 TAF LKKV 231700Z 2318/2418 30012KT CAVOK BECMG 2318/2320 28006KT BECMG 2408/2410 29010KT BECMG 2416/2418 28006KT
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Karlovy Vary (LKKV) is a GA-friendly international airport with efficient ATC, professional handling, and a modern terminal. Both VFR and IFR operations are supported, with no PPR required for apron parking stands. The airport sits on a plateau at 2000 ft AMSL, offering scenic approaches—especially into runway 11 over the town. Approaches via standard reporting points may involve terrain and quick descents; see AIP/NOTAM for details.
The Fly & Visit package is widely recommended and includes landing, 48 hours' parking, handling, and round-trip taxi transfers to Karlovy Vary city center. This package is available for about €100 (2500 CZK), bookable in advance by email as detailed on the airport website. Payment by credit or debit card is accepted. Example: Fly & Visit package about €100.
AVGAS and Jet A1 are available; fuel trucks come directly to the aircraft on request. Handling staff are consistently described as friendly and helpful, assisting with fueling, formalities, and transport arrangements. The airport has free Wi-Fi in some areas but no on-site restaurant or café; several hotels in town are recommended for overnight stays.
Ground transport options include the included taxi service (about 15 minutes to city center) or public bus (infrequent). Taxis outside the package typically cost about €20 per trip.
Security procedures include full scans when departing; re-entry to airside may require passing through passenger security gates. Customs is always available for arrivals from EU/Schengen countries without PPR.
Overall, LKKV offers an efficient, welcoming experience for non-commercial GA pilots visiting Karlovy Vary or using the airport as a technical stop.