Maribor/Orehova Vas Airport (LJMB)
IFROrehova vas, Administrative unit Maribor, Slovenia
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Operating times:
Daily 0730-1700 LT; Mo–We 0630-1430 LT; Th–Fr 0630-1600 LT; Sa–Su 0830-1800 LT
Customs & Immigration:
Customs: Daily 0730-1700 LT / Mo–We 0630-1430 LT / Th–Fr 0630-1600 LT / Sa–Su 0830-1800 LT • Immigration: Daily 0730-1700 LT / Mo–We 0630-1430 LT / Th–Fr 0630-1600 LT / Sa–Su 0830-1800 LT
Runways
1 RWY, 2500m/8202ft 1 Runway, longest: 2500m/8202ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
14/32
Asphalt
Length
2500m
8202ft
8202ft
14/32
Asphalt
Length
2500m/8202ft
2500m/8202ft
Strength
86/F/A/X/T
PCN
Fuel Availability
AVGAS
Jet A1
AVGAS, Jet A1: Fuel truck
Source: OpenAIP data. Contact FBO for pricing.
No recent fuel prices – report here. Airfield/FBO? Consider using Aerops.
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↓ 8 kt
←R 3 kt
Wind
340° · 9 kt
Temperature
10°C
Dew point
1°C
Visibility
CAVOK
QNH
1021 hPa
Ceiling
Clear
METAR: 42 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 32 | ←R 3 kt | 8 kt ↑ |
| 14 | →L 3 kt | 8 kt ↓ |
06:00Z → Tomorrow 06:00Z
VFR
[35008KT 9999 NSW NSC]
350° 8 kt · 9.7 km · No Significant Weather (NSW) · No significant clouds (NSC)
08:00Z → 16:00Z
[PROB40 TEMPO -SHRA SCT045]
Probability (PROB) 40 Temporary (TEMPO)
Light Showers Rain (-SHRA) · Scattered (SCT) 4500ft TCU
Thunderstorm activity expected or reported.
CB
METAR LJMB 220700Z 34009KT CAVOK 10/01 Q1021 TAF LJMB 220500Z 2206/2306 35008KT CAVOK PROB40 TEMPO 2208/2216 -SHRA SCT045TCU
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Pilot Comments for LJMB
Patrick
Best GA airport ever. Davor, Boris and Team are rare examples of professional, helpful and practical ground handling staff.
A quick note ahead is appreciated via load@mbx-airport.si%3c/u%3e%3c/b%3e
Fuel always quick and good price (Jet A and Avgas).
5+1 Landings training package available.
Rental car via Sixt Maribor available.
For best Taxi in area call/whatsapp Kaja +386 40 603 603 & +386 41 910 510
AirfieldBot
Maribor (LJMB) is a well-equipped airport with a 2500m hard-surface runway, ILS approach, and both Avgas 100LL and Jet A1 available. PPR is generally required and can be arranged efficiently via load@mbx-airport.si, with prompt responses to email requests. Customs and immigration are available during normal operating hours, typically 0700z–1630z, and Schengen entry/exit is handled quickly; for technical or fuel stops, formalities are straightforward. The airport is popular for training, offering a 5+1 landings package and accommodating both VFR and IFR operations, including STAR/ILS practice. ATC is flexible with convenient arrivals and departures.
Fees are generally low for GA. Example: landing about €20; landing plus handling about €40; technical landing plus short parking about €50. A training package of six landings or approaches costs about €30. Handling may be required for customs/immigration but is efficient; all major credit cards are accepted.
Facilities include modern infrastructure, toilets, free WiFi in the office, a coffee machine (coins only), and occasional access to a bistro or terrace café. Rental cars can be arranged via Sixt Maribor with delivery to the airport at no extra charge; taxis to the city cost around €15, or the city can be reached by train from Orehova Vas station after a 20-minute walk (1.7 km). Staff are consistently described as friendly, professional, and helpful.
For arrivals from the northwest, approach over reporting point MW1 at 3500 ft is recommended due to paragliding activity on nearby hills; VFR flight routes should be observed as published in the AIP/NOTAM. Procedures may vary; see AIP/NOTAM.
Maribor is considered an excellent stop for fuel, training, or Schengen border crossings, with efficient service and good value for general aviation pilots.