Limnos Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 14h 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 Limnos Airport
Lemnos International Airport "Hephaestus" is an airport on Lemnos Island, Greece. The airport is located 18 km away from the city of Myrina and began operation in 1959. This Airport, along with the whole island of Lemnos, was also featured in the video game Arma 3. The island was named "Altis" in the video game.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
LGLMLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04R / 22L | 9,895 ft / 3,016 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | RDO | 563.700 MHz |
| APP | APP | 122.100 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 122.100 MHz |
Navaids(3)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 LIMNOS | Class D | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | FL155 |
| CTR LIMNOS | Class D | CTR | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| FIR LGGG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
| ATZ LIMNOS | 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 | — | 233 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 233 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 971 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 971 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 971 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 945 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 951 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 961 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Limnos Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Limnos Airport?
The ICAO code for Limnos Airport is LGLM, and its IATA code is LXS.
Where is Limnos Airport located?
Limnos Airport is small airport located in Limnos Island, Greece, at an elevation of 14 ft (4 m).
How many runways does Limnos Airport have?
Limnos Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,895 ft / 3,016 m.
Which airlines fly to Limnos Airport?
Airlines historically serving Limnos Airport include Aegean Airlines, Big Sky Airlines, Olympic Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Limnos Airport?
Historical data lists 4 nonstop destinations from Limnos Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Limnos Airport in?
Limnos Airport is in the Europe/Athens time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Limnos Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Limnos Airport is approximately 5.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Limnos Airport?
The nearest airport to Limnos Airport is Gökçeada Airport (GKD), about 34.4 nm to the ene, followed by Bozcaada Airport and Çanakkale Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Limnos Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.