Runways
2 RWY, 2150m/7053ft 2 Runways, longest: 2150m/7053ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
11/29
Asphalt
Length
2150m
7053ft
7053ft
11/29
Grass
Length
800m
2624ft
2624ft
11/29 Asphalt
Asphalt
Length
2150m/7053ft
2150m/7053ft
Strength
54/F/A/X/T
PCN
11/29 Grass
Grass
Length
800m/2624ft
800m/2624ft
Strength
5.6
MPW
Fuel Availability
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↓ 1 kt
←R 3 kt
Wind
0° · 3 kt
Temperature
12°C
Dew point
6°C
Visibility
10km+
QNH
1022 hPa
Ceiling
2800 OVC
Cloud layers
5000
2500
0 ft
SCT 2400ft
OVC 2800ft
METAR: 42 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 29 | ←R 3 kt | 1 kt ↑ |
| 11 | →L 3 kt | 1 kt ↓ |
12:00Z → 15:00Z
MVFR
[08006KT 9999 BKN025]
80° 6 kt · 9.7 km · Broken (BKN) 2500ft
12:00Z → 14:00Z
MVFR
[PROB30 TEMPO 7001 -RA BKN015]
Probability (PROB) 30 Temporary (TEMPO)
7.0 km · Light Rain (-RA) · Broken (BKN) 1500ft
15:00Z → Tomorrow 06:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 13005KT 9999 NSW NSC]
Becoming (BECMG)
130° 5 kt · 9.7 km · No Significant Weather (NSW) · No significant clouds (NSC)
23:00Z → Tomorrow 05:00Z
IFR
[TEMPO VRB02KT 2993 BR SCT007]
Temporary (TEMPO)
Variable (VRB) 2 kt · 3.0 km · Mist (BR) · Scattered (SCT) 700ft
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
BR
Tomorrow 06:00Z → Tomorrow 12:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 28005KT 9999 NSW NSC]
Becoming (BECMG)
280° 5 kt · 9.7 km · No Significant Weather (NSW) · No significant clouds (NSC)
METAR LKKV 151330Z VRB03KT 9999 SCT024 OVC028 12/06 Q1022 TAF LKKV 151100Z 1512/1612 08006KT 9999 BKN025 PROB30 TEMPO 1512/1514 7000 -RA BKN015 BECMG 1515/1517 13005KT CAVOK TEMPO 1523/1605 VRB02KT 3000 BR SCT007 BECMG 1606/1608 28005KT
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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.