Ljubljana/Brnik Airport (LJLJ)
IFRRunways
1 RWY, 3420m/11220ft 1 Runway, longest: 3420m/11220ft (paved)
11220ft
Fuel Availability
AVGAS, Jet A1: Fuel truck
Source: OpenAIP data. Contact FBO for pricing.
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Potential hazards:
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
09/08
2-Hour Trend
No significant change expected
METAR: 34 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | ←R 1 kt | 1 kt ↑ |
| 12 | →L 1 kt | 0 kt ↑ |
High probability of severe conditions in the forecast.
PROB30 FG
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
BR
Thunderstorm activity expected or reported.
CB
Thunderstorm activity expected or reported.
CB
High probability of severe conditions in the forecast.
PROB30 TS
Thunderstorm activity expected or reported.
CB
METAR LJLJ 200130Z VRB01KT 9999 SCT080 BKN150 09/08 Q1015 NOSIG TAF LJLJ 192300Z 2000/2100 30006KT 9999 FEW045 PROB30 TEMPO 2002/2006 3000 PRFG BR BKN010 PROB30 TEMPO 2006/2013 SHRA SCT040TCU TEMPO 2013/2019 SHRA SCT030TCU BKN033 PROB30 TEMPO 2013/2016 32015G25KT 5000 TSRA SCT030CB BKN033 TEMPO 2019/2023 RA BKN014 OVC025
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Pilot Comments for LJLJ
Patrick
~40€ for 750kg MTOM.
No slot required.
Friendl/no hassle handling/security (especially for "major" commercial airport).
"Lose" PPR via email ahead of time to
gac@fraport-slovenija.si & FlightPlanner@fraport-slovenija.si
Y.
Was at LJLJ on 8.6.17 for a fuel stop and passport control. Handling (20 € at MTOW of 780 kg) is mandatory and comparatively expensive (probably due to the operator Fraport). Prior notification for under 12 t is not required. Refueling via fuel truck at 1.93 €/l AVGAS. The GAT is new, including Wi‑Fi, toilets, showers, and a beverage vending machine. Sandwiches etc. are available at the main terminal (5 min on foot). Controller was friendly, straightforward, and easy to understand.
AirfieldBot
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJLJ) is accessible for general aviation without slot requirements. PPR is generally handled via a brief email to gac@fraport-slovenija.si and FlightPlanner@fraport-slovenija.si. IFR and VFR operations are supported, with ILS available. Handling is mandatory for GA, included in the overall charges, and typically involves van transfers between aircraft and terminal. The airport operates H24, but local restrictions may limit operations beyond 2200 local; consult the AIP/NOTAM for details.
Fees for landing, handling, and parking are generally considered moderate for a capital city airport. For aircraft under 2 tonnes MTOW, total charges typically range from about €40 to €60 for short stays including handling and parking. Example: landing, handling, and nine days parking about €160; another example: landing, handling, and one night parking about €60. Handling fees are included in these totals and cannot be avoided. Fuel is available by truck on request; prices are described as competitive.
Facilities include a dedicated General Aviation Terminal (GAT) with amenities such as WiFi (though reliability varies), toilets, showers, vending machines, and access to sandwiches at the main terminal (about 5–10 minutes on foot). Rental cars are available on site or at the main terminal; shuttle or minibus transfers can be arranged if needed. Taxis to Ljubljana city center cost around €30–€60 depending on provider; shuttle services can be booked for about €12 per person. The airport is located approximately 20–30 km from Ljubljana city center, with transfer times of 25–45 minutes by car or bus.
Customs and immigration services are efficient and available for both Schengen entry/exit and international flights; passport control is handled quickly in the GAT.
Service quality is generally described as friendly and efficient, though some reports mention occasional delays with fuel trucks or ground handling during busy periods. ATC service is professional with good English proficiency.
Ljubljana LJLJ offers a practical entry point into Slovenia for non-commercial GA pilots seeking efficient handling and reasonable fees at a major international airport.