Sitia Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 14h 19m 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 Sitia Airport
Sitia Airport is a small community airport in the region Mponta of Sitia Municipality, on the eastern part of Crete in Greece. The facility is serving the city of Sitia. The airport is located 1 km north/northwest of the city center.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Sitia Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: LGIR.
Live weather
LGIRLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 6,804 ft / 2,074 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | RDO | 563.700 MHz |
| AFIS | INFO | 122.600 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TMA IRAKLION SITIA | Class D | Controlled | 2000 ft GND | FL125 |
| CTR SITIA | Class D | CTR | GND | FL100 |
| FIR LGGG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
| ATZ SITIA | Special use | ATZ | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Greece airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 2,336 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,346 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,159 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,172 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,159 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,142 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,169 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,329 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Sitia Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Sitia Airport?
The ICAO code for Sitia Airport is LGST, and its IATA code is JSH.
Where is Sitia Airport located?
Sitia Airport is medium airport located in Crete Island, Greece, at an elevation of 376 ft (115 m).
How many runways does Sitia Airport have?
Sitia Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,804 ft / 2,074 m.
Which airlines fly to Sitia Airport?
Airlines historically serving Sitia Airport include Aegean Airlines, All America, Big Sky Airlines, Olympic Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Sitia Airport?
Historical data lists 4 nonstop destinations from Sitia Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Sitia Airport in?
Sitia Airport is in the Europe/Athens time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sitia Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sitia Airport is approximately 5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Sitia Airport?
The nearest airport to Sitia Airport is (*)Kasteli Hellenic Air Force Base (GR-0109), about 38 nm to the w, followed by Kasos Airport and Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sitia Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.