Gävle Sandviken Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 18h 13m 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 Gävle Sandviken Airport
Gävle–Sandviken Airport, also called Gestrike Airport, is a public airport in Sweden, with a single runway 2,000 metres (6,600 ft) long and 45 metres (148 ft) wide. The taxiway is 200 metres (660 ft) long and 15 metres (49 ft) wide. The airport is used for taxi flights, ambulance flights, photo flights for Lantmäteriet (Swedish National Land Survey), and private planes. The airport sells jet fuel from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm CET.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
ESSKLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 6,562 ft / 2,000 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | AFIS | 122.350 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESAA FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Sweden airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gävlemasten | — | 148 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 148 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gävle Sandviken Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Gävle Sandviken Airport?
The ICAO code for Gävle Sandviken Airport is ESSK, and its IATA code is GVX.
Where is Gävle Sandviken Airport located?
Gävle Sandviken Airport is medium airport located in Gävle / Sandviken, Sweden, at an elevation of 224 ft (68 m).
How many runways does Gävle Sandviken Airport have?
Gävle Sandviken Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,562 ft / 2,000 m.
What time zone is Gävle Sandviken Airport in?
Gävle Sandviken Airport is in the Europe/Stockholm time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gävle Sandviken Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gävle Sandviken Airport is approximately 7.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gävle Sandviken Airport?
The nearest airport to Gävle Sandviken Airport is Lemstanas Airfield (ESOL), about 10.8 nm to the w, followed by Tierp Airfield and Gryttjom Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gävle Sandviken Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.