Malmö Sturup Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 14h 4m 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 Malmö Sturup Airport
Malmö Airport (IATA: MMX, ICAO: ESMS) is an international airport located in Scania, Sweden, approximately 28 kilometres (17 mi) east of Malmö. It is Sweden's fifth-busiest airport, with just over 905,000 passengers in 2024 - 53% domestic and 47% international. The airport opened in 1972 to replace Bulltofta Airport, and was known until 2007 as Malmö-Sturup Airport (Swedish: Malmö-Sturups flygplats). It is owned and operated by Swedavia, Sweden's state-owned airport company, and features one passenger terminal, two cargo terminals, and a single 2,800-metre runway. Located in Svedala Municipality, Malmö Airport is about 55 kilometres (34 mi) from central Copenhagen, and 47 kilometres (29 mi) from Copenhagen Airport via the Öresund Bridge. Malmö itself is roughly the same distance by road to Copenhagen Airport as to Malmö Airport.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
ESMSNOTAMs
ESMSReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 9,186 ft / 2,800 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 11 / 29 | 2,615 ft / 797 m | 59 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | MALMO CON | 135.900 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 129.275 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.800 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MALMÖ TMA E | Class C | TMA | FL065 | FL095 |
| MALMÖ TMA A | Class C | TMA | 1500 ft MSL | FL065 |
| STURUP CTR | Class C | CTR | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| MALMÖ TMA C | Class C | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL065 |
| ESAA FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Sweden airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
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: W (from about 270°), on 12% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31% | -1,194 ft | |
| Feb | 45% | -1,239 ft | |
| Mar | 54% | -1,040 ft | |
| Apr | 81% | -676 ft | |
| May | 82% | -127 ft | |
| Jun | 88% | 460 ft | |
| Jul | 85% | 623 ft | |
| Aug | 87% | 586 ft | |
| Sep | 78% | 193 ft | |
| Oct | 60% | -193 ft | |
| Nov | 39% | -697 ft | |
| Dec | 29% | -1,003 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,239–623 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| EAST (HOLDING) | 1.5 nm | 102° | On request |
| WEST (HOLDING) | 1.7 nm | 269° | On request |
| SVEDALA | 5 nm | 244° | Compulsory |
| DOMEN | 5.5 nm | 065° | On request |
| SVEDALA | 5.5 nm | 240° | On request |
| SLIMMINGE | 5.6 nm | 110° | On request |
| TORUP | 5.7 nm | 291° | On request |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| E-103 EP2 | 256 ft | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 95 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 105 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 69 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 92 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 85 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 72 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 16 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Malmö Sturup Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Malmö Sturup Airport?
The ICAO code for Malmö Sturup Airport is ESMS, and its IATA code is MMX.
Where is Malmö Sturup Airport located?
Malmö Sturup Airport is large airport located in Malmö, Sweden, at an elevation of 236 ft (72 m).
How many runways does Malmö Sturup Airport have?
Malmö Sturup Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 9,186 ft / 2,800 m.
Which airlines fly to Malmö Sturup Airport?
Airlines historically serving Malmö Sturup Airport include Finnair, Golden Air, Malmö Aviation, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Ryanair, Scandinavian Airlines System, among 7 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Malmö Sturup Airport?
Historical data lists 13 nonstop destinations from Malmö Sturup Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Malmö Sturup Airport in?
Malmö Sturup Airport is in the Europe/Stockholm time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Malmö Sturup Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Malmö Sturup 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 Malmö Sturup Airport?
The nearest airport to Malmö Sturup Airport is Staffanstorp Bjällerup Field (SE-0007), about 8.3 nm to the nnw, followed by Sjöbo Sövde Airfield and Fridhem Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Malmö Sturup Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.