Lelystad Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 16h 23m 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 Lelystad Airport
Lelystad Airport is an airport 3.5 NM south southeast of the city of Lelystad in Flevoland, Netherlands. It is the biggest general aviation airport in the Netherlands. The first flights were in 1971 and it became an official airport in 1973. Schiphol Group became owner of the airport in 1993. It is home to the aviation museum Aviodrome, which has a former KLM Boeing 747-200SUD on display. The airport serves Lelystad, the province of Flevoland, and Amsterdam. The airport is the base of AIS Airlines, although they do not operate scheduled passenger flights from Lelystad Airport but has plans to open commercial passenger traffic for late 2027.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EHLELive 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 8,858 ft / 2,700 m | 148 ft | Asph | Lighted | Open |
| 05L / 23R | 4,495 ft / 1,370 m | 98 ft | Grass | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP/DEP | Schiphol Approach/Departure | 119.055 MHz |
| APP/DEP | Schiphol Approach/Departure | 121.205 MHz |
| ARR | Lelystad Arrival | 134.530 MHz |
| ARR | Schiphol Arrival | 131.155 MHz |
| ATIS | Lelystad ATIS | 120.730 MHz |
| FIS | Dutch MIL Info | 132.350 MHz |
| GND | Clearance Delivery | 123.680 MHz |
| TWR | Lelystad TWR | 135.180 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(10)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EHAM TMA1 | Class A | TMA | 1500 ft MSL | FL095 |
| CTA EHAM E1 | Class A | CTA | FL065 | FL195 |
| CTR2 EHLE | Class D | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| NIEUW MILLIGEN TMA B | Class D | TMA | FL055 | FL065 |
| EHLE TMA2 | Class D | TMA | 1500 ft MSL | 3500 ft MSL |
| RTMZ NORTH SEA AREA | Class G | RMZ | GND | FL055 |
| RMZ EHLE | Class G | RMZ | GND | 1500 ft MSL |
| EHAA | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| TMZ EHLE2 | Special use | TMZ | 1200 ft MSL | 3500 ft MSL |
| 7020 | Special use | TMZ | 500 ft MSL | 1500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Netherlands airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| E-115 3MW Prototype | 656 ft | 30 ft | — |
| L100 LP2 | 656 ft | 39 ft | — |
| E-115 3MW Prototype | 656 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 650 ft | 36 ft | — |
| KPN zendmast | 623 ft | 23 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 558 ft | 30 ft | — |
| E-115 EP3 Testträger | 492 ft | 46 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 443 ft | 26 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lelystad Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Lelystad Airport?
The ICAO code for Lelystad Airport is EHLE, and its IATA code is LEY.
Where is Lelystad Airport located?
Lelystad Airport is medium airport located in Lelystad, Netherlands, at an elevation of -13 ft (-4 m).
How many runways does Lelystad Airport have?
Lelystad Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 8,858 ft / 2,700 m.
What time zone is Lelystad Airport in?
Lelystad Airport is in the Europe/Amsterdam time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lelystad Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lelystad Airport is approximately 2.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lelystad Airport?
The nearest airport to Lelystad Airport is De Voorst Glidersite (NL-0030), about 20.1 nm to the ne, followed by Royal Dutch Aerospace Center and Hilversum Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lelystad Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.