Luxor International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 44m 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 Luxor International Airport
Luxor International Airport is the main airport serving the city of Luxor, Egypt. It is located 6 km (4 miles) east of the city. Many charter airlines use the airport, as it is a popular tourist destination for those visiting the River Nile and the Valley of the Kings.
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Live weather
HELXNOTAMs
HELXReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | 9,843 ft / 3,000 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | RADAR | 124.300 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 585.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.900 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
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: NW (from about 315°), on 13% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 78% | 168 ft | |
| Feb | 79% | 450 ft | |
| Mar | 75% | 1,111 ft | |
| Apr | 80% | 1,853 ft | |
| May | 85% | 2,427 ft | |
| Jun | 96% | 2,820 ft | |
| Jul | 98% | 2,969 ft | |
| Aug | 97% | 2,902 ft | |
| Sep | 94% | 2,546 ft | |
| Oct | 89% | 1,935 ft | |
| Nov | 90% | 1,148 ft | |
| Dec | 84% | 406 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~168–2,969 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Luxor International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Luxor International Airport?
The ICAO code for Luxor International Airport is HELX, and its IATA code is LXR.
Where is Luxor International Airport located?
Luxor International Airport is large airport located in Luxor, Egypt, at an elevation of 276 ft (84 m).
How many runways does Luxor International Airport have?
Luxor International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,843 ft / 3,000 m.
Which airlines fly to Luxor International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Luxor International Airport include Egyptair, Jazeera Airways, Marysya Airlines, Nas Air, Qatar Airways (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Luxor International Airport?
Historical data lists 7 nonstop destinations from Luxor International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Luxor International Airport in?
Luxor International Airport is in the Africa/Cairo time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Luxor International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Luxor International Airport is approximately 4.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Luxor International Airport?
The nearest airport to Luxor International Airport is Abu Shahat Valley Air Base (HE26), about 57.6 nm to the nne, followed by Abu Rahal Well Airport and Sohag International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Luxor International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.