Sarajevo International Airport (LQSA)
IFRSarajevo, Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Operating times:
Published via NOTAM
Customs & Immigration:
Published via NOTAM
Runways
1 RWY, 2600m/8530ft 1 Runway, longest: 2600m/8530ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
11/29
Asphalt
Length
2600m
8530ft
8530ft
11/29
Asphalt
Length
2600m/8530ft
2600m/8530ft
Strength
740/F/D/X/T
PCN
Fuel Availability
Jet A1
Jet A1: Truck
Source: OpenAIP data. Contact FBO for pricing.
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↓ 2 kt
←R 3 kt
Wind
350° · 4 kt
Temperature
12°C
Dew point
1°C
Visibility
10km+
QNH
1023 hPa
Ceiling
Clear
2-Hour Trend
No significant change expected
METAR: 30 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 29 | ←R 3 kt | 2 kt ↑ |
| 11 | →L 3 kt | 2 kt ↓ |
Max 14°C (1313Z) · Min 3°C (1404Z)
Tomorrow 00:00Z → Tomorrow 07:00Z
LIFR
[PROB40 TEMPO 1207 BCFG BKN004]
Probability (PROB) 40 Temporary (TEMPO)
1.2 km · Patches Fog (BCFG) · Broken (BKN) 400ft
High probability of severe conditions in the forecast.
PROB40 FG
12:00Z → 17:00Z
[TEMPO 35012KT]
Temporary (TEMPO)
350° 12 kt
12:00Z → Tomorrow 12:00Z
VFR
[VRB02KT 9999 SCT050]
Variable (VRB) 2 kt · 9.7 km · Scattered (SCT) 5000ft
METAR LQSA 131600Z 35004KT 9999 SCT065 12/01 Q1023 NOSIG TAF LQSA 131100Z 1312/1412 VRB02KT 9999 SCT050 TX14/1313Z TN03/1404Z TEMPO 1312/1317 35012KT PROB40 TEMPO 1400/1407 1200 BCFG BKN004
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Pilot Comments for LQSA
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Sarajevo now has a bit more space on the apron for GA. Aircraft are no longer squeezed between snow-removal vehicles and scrap ;-) but are parked properly.
Approach is quite steep due to the basin topography. Departure with tailwind because they didn’t want to reverse the runway direction for CAT — 2 of the runway length not an issue.
€72 for LDG, PKG 2 nights, MTOW 1400 and 2 crew. For departure, contact Info. About 30 min incl. billing and shuttle to the apron.
Taxi about €20 to the city.
No Avgas.
AirfieldBot
Sarajevo (LQSA) is an international airport with efficient ATC and handling, requiring a slot allocation for all GA flights, including VFR. Slot requests are processed quickly via opc@sarajevo-airport.ba using the form available on the airport website. The apron now offers more space for GA, and aircraft are parked in an orderly manner. There is no dedicated GAT or pilot entrance; access involves standard passenger security and passport control, which can be time-consuming and occasionally chaotic but is managed by helpful staff.
The approach is challenging due to the airport’s location in a valley surrounded by mountains, often requiring steep descents and careful pre-flight preparation. IFR arrivals may involve high minimum altitudes and rapid descents close to the field. Departures may be affected by prevailing winds and airline traffic priorities; procedures vary, so see AIP/NOTAM.
Jet A1 is available, but there is no Avgas. A fuel surcharge applies for uplifts under 1000 liters. Car hire is available in the terminal.
Fees are generally considered low for an international airport. Example: landing, parking (2 nights), and handling about €80–€90; shorter stops can be lower. Example: landing, parking (4 hours), and handling about €60. Passenger fees may apply unless all occupants are declared as crew.
Taxis to the city center cost about €10–€20, with travel times of 15–30 minutes depending on traffic.
Overall, LQSA offers professional service and friendly staff but requires attention to slot procedures and approach planning due to its terrain and operational environment.