Speke Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 51m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Speke Airport
Liverpool John Lennon Airport is an international airport serving Liverpool, England, on the estuary of the River Mersey 7.5 miles (12 km) south-east of Liverpool city centre. Scheduled domestic, European, North African and Middle Eastern services are operated from the airport. The airport comprises a single passenger terminal, three general use hangars, a FedEx Express courier service centre as well as a single runway measuring 7,500 ft (2,286 m) in length, with the control tower south of the runway.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 5,627 ft / 1,715 m | — | Concrete | Unlit | Closed |
| 17 / 35 | 4,192 ft / 1,278 m | — | Concrete | Unlit | Closed |
| 04 / 22 | 4,187 ft / 1,276 m | — | Concrete | Unlit | Closed |
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PEPZE CTA 1 | Class A | CTA | 3000 ft MSL | FL195 |
| MANCHESTER TMA 1 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL245 |
| LIVERPOOL CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| LIVERPOOL CTA 3 | Class D | CTA | 2500 ft MSL | 3500 ft MSL |
| NSGA WALES | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Kingdom airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| GARSTON DOCKS | 1 nm | 296° | On request |
| JAGUAR CAR FACTORY | 1.7 nm | 072° | On request |
| HALE HEAD LIGHTHOUSE | 3.4 nm | 114° | On request |
| TARBOCK ISLAND | 4.1 nm | 039° | On request |
| RUNCORN BRIDGE | 5.1 nm | 089° | On request |
| THE LIVER BUILDING | 5.5 nm | 311° | On request |
| M53 JUNCTION 11 | 5.7 nm | 177° | On request |
| HELLSBY HILL | 6 nm | 136° | On request |
| FRODSHAM HILL | 6.6 nm | 122° | On request |
| FIDDLERS FERRY POWER STATION | 7.1 nm | 077° | On request |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 656 ft | 108 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 56 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 174 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 135 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 125 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 121 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Speke Airport located?
Speke Airport is closed located in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
How many runways does Speke Airport have?
Speke Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 5,627 ft / 1,715 m.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Speke Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.