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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↓ 3 kt
←R 4 kt
Wind
0° · 5 kt
Temperature
9°C
Dew point
-4°C
Visibility
10km+
QNH
1023 hPa
Ceiling
Clear
Cloud layers
5000
2500
0 ft
FEW 4800ft
METAR: 40 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | ←R 4 kt | 3 kt ↑ |
| 29 | ←R 5 kt | 2 kt ↑ |
| 11 | →L 5 kt | 2 kt ↓ |
| 12 | →L 4 kt | 2 kt ↓ |
06:00Z → 10:00Z
VFR
[34004KT 9999 SCT030]
340° 4 kt · 9.7 km · Scattered (SCT) 3000ft
10:00Z → 18:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 34004KT 9999 NSW NSC]
Becoming (BECMG)
340° 4 kt · 9.7 km · No Significant Weather (NSW) · No significant clouds (NSC)
18:00Z → Tomorrow 06:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 08004KT 9999 NSW NSC]
Becoming (BECMG)
80° 4 kt · 9.7 km · No Significant Weather (NSW) · No significant clouds (NSC)
Tomorrow 03:00Z → Tomorrow 06:00Z
[TEMPO VRB02KT]
Temporary (TEMPO)
Variable (VRB) 2 kt
METAR LKKV 261030Z VRB05KT 9999 FEW048 09/M04 Q1023 TAF LKKV 260500Z 2606/2706 34004KT 9999 SCT030 BECMG 2610/2612 CAVOK BECMG 2618/2620 08004KT TEMPO 2703/2706 VRB02KT
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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.