Helgoland-Düne Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 16h 40m 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 Helgoland-Düne Airport
Heligoland Airport is an airfield on the German island of Düne, the smaller of the two isles of the Heligoland archipelago in the North Sea, about 70 kilometres (43 mi) from the mainland.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EDXHLive 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 1,574 ft / 480 m | 98 ft | Concrete | Unlit | Open |
| 03 / 21 | 1,217 ft / 371 m | 66 ft | Concrete | Unlit | Open |
| 06 / 24 | 846 ft / 258 m | 39 ft | Concrete | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | Langen Information | 128.525 MHz |
| INFO | Helgoland Radio | 122.455 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AREA | Class E | Controlled | 2500 ft GND | FL100 |
| EDWW | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
| ED-D101 DEUTSCHE BUCHT MON-FRI | Special use | Danger | 5500 ft MSL | FL245 |
| ED-D102 AMRUM MON-FRI | Special use | Danger | 5500 ft MSL | FL285 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Germany airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sender Helgoland | 371 ft | 161 ft | — |
| Abgasturm | 279 ft | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 66 ft | 23 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Helgoland-Düne Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Helgoland-Düne Airport?
The ICAO code for Helgoland-Düne Airport is EDXH, and its IATA code is HGL.
Where is Helgoland-Düne Airport located?
Helgoland-Düne Airport is small airport located in Helgoland, Germany, at an elevation of 8 ft (2 m).
How many runways does Helgoland-Düne Airport have?
Helgoland-Düne Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 1,574 ft / 480 m.
What time zone is Helgoland-Düne Airport in?
Helgoland-Düne Airport is in the Europe/Berlin time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Helgoland-Düne Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Helgoland-Düne Airport is approximately 3.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Helgoland-Düne Airport?
The nearest airport to Helgoland-Düne Airport is Wangerooge Airport (AGE), about 24.2 nm to the s, followed by Sankt Peter-Ording Airport and Harlesiel Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Helgoland-Düne Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.