Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 59m 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 Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport
Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (Polish: Port Lotniczy Gdańsk im. Lecha Wałęsy, formerly Polish: Port Lotniczy Gdańsk-Rębiechowo, is an international airport located 12 km northwest of Gdańsk, Poland, not far from the city centres of the Tricity metropolitan area: Gdańsk, Sopot and Gdynia. Since 2004, the airport has been named after Lech Wałęsa, the former president of Poland from 1990 to 1995. With 7.4 million passengers served in 2025, it is the third busiest airport in Poland in terms of passenger traffic, behind Warsaw Chopin Airport and Kraków John Paul II International Airport. It is also the seventy-fourth busiest airport in Europe.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EPGDNOTAMs
EPGDReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 / 29 | 9,186 ft / 2,800 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | GDANSK APP | 127.275 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 129.625 MHz |
| TWR | GDANSK TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Services & operations
The airport operates 24 hours and provides ground services including parking and customs.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(13)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TMA EPGD B | Class C | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL135 |
| TMA EPGD A | Class C | TMA | 2000 ft MSL | FL135 |
| TMA EPGD C | Class C | TMA | 4500 ft MSL | FL135 |
| CTR EPGD | Class D | CTR | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| RMZ EPGD B | Class G | RMZ | 3500 ft MSL | FL095 |
| RMZ EPGD C | Class G | RMZ | 4500 ft MSL | FL095 |
| RMZ EPGD A | Class G | RMZ | 2000 ft MSL | FL095 |
| RMZ EPGD | Class G | RMZ | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| MRT110 | Special use | Type 30 | GND | 1800 ft MSL |
| FIR EPWW | Special use | FIR | GND | FL460 |
| FIS GDANSK-WSCHOD | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL095 |
| FIS GDANSK-ZACHOD | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL095 |
| MRT111 | Special use | Type 30 | GND | 1800 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Poland airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 19% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31% | -1,084 ft | |
| Feb | 43% | -1,113 ft | |
| Mar | 60% | -802 ft | |
| Apr | 78% | -415 ft | |
| May | 83% | 158 ft | |
| Jun | 88% | 745 ft | |
| Jul | 82% | 899 ft | |
| Aug | 87% | 928 ft | |
| Sep | 79% | 461 ft | |
| Oct | 64% | -13 ft | |
| Nov | 33% | -652 ft | |
| Dec | 26% | -987 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,113–928 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| NOVEMBER | 2.1 nm | 018° | Compulsory |
| SIERRA | 2.2 nm | 209° | Compulsory |
| MIKE | 4.9 nm | 034° | Compulsory |
| X-RAY | 6.1 nm | 172° | Compulsory |
| OSKAR | 7.1 nm | 029° | Compulsory |
| INDIA | 7.8 nm | 316° | Compulsory |
| WHISKEY | 8.6 nm | 178° | Compulsory |
| DELTA | 9.7 nm | 341° | Compulsory |
| ZULU | 10.4 nm | 252° | Compulsory |
| CHARLIE | 10.6 nm | 003° | Compulsory |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTCN Chwaszczyno | 1,040 ft | 587 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 656 ft | 43 ft | — |
| Olivia Star | 512 ft | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 499 ft | 23 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 66 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 0 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 299 ft | 0 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport?
The ICAO code for Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport is EPGD, and its IATA code is GDN.
Where is Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport located?
Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport is large airport located in Gdańsk, Poland, at an elevation of 489 ft (149 m).
How many runways does Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport have?
Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,186 ft / 2,800 m.
Which airlines fly to Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport?
Airlines historically serving Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport include Air Berlin, Air Canada, Eurolot, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, among 9 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport?
Historical data lists 44 nonstop destinations from Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport in?
Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport is in the Europe/Warsaw time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport is approximately 6.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport?
The nearest airport to Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport is Pruszcz Gdański Air Base (EPPR), about 10.6 nm to the se, followed by Oksywie Air Base / Gdynia-Kosakowo Airfield and Donimierz Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.