Skopje International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
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About Skopje International Airport
Skopje International Airport, also known as Skopje Airport and Petrovec Airport is the larger and busier of the two international airports in North Macedonia, with the other being the St. Paul the Apostle Airport in Ohrid, which is located 170 km (110 mi) southwest from the national capital Skopje.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
LWSKNOTAMs
LWSKReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 / 34 | 9,678 ft / 2,950 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 120.300 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 130.125 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.500 MHz |
Services & operations
Skopje International Airport provides various passenger services and facilities.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(3)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: N (from about 0°), on 15% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 62% | -819 ft | |
| Feb | 86% | -485 ft | |
| Mar | 90% | 57 ft | |
| Apr | 95% | 576 ft | |
| May | 97% | 1,133 ft | |
| Jun | 99% | 1,750 ft | |
| Jul | 99% | 2,091 ft | |
| Aug | 99% | 2,017 ft | |
| Sep | 98% | 1,378 ft | |
| Oct | 90% | 532 ft | |
| Nov | 76% | -9 ft | |
| Dec | 59% | -632 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-819–2,091 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Skopje International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Skopje International Airport?
The ICAO code for Skopje International Airport is LWSK, and its IATA code is SKP.
Where is Skopje International Airport located?
Skopje International Airport is large airport located in Ilinden, North Macedonia, at an elevation of 781 ft (238 m).
How many runways does Skopje International Airport have?
Skopje International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,678 ft / 2,950 m.
Which airlines fly to Skopje International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Skopje International Airport include Adria Airways, Air Serbia, Alitalia, Austrian Airlines, Belair Airlines, Croatia Airlines, among 12 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Skopje International Airport?
Historical data lists 21 nonstop destinations from Skopje International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Skopje International Airport in?
Skopje International Airport is in the Europe/Skopje time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Skopje International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Skopje International Airport is approximately 5.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Skopje International Airport?
The nearest airport to Skopje International Airport is Stenkovec Brazda Airfield (LW75), about 12.1 nm to the wnw, followed by Kumanovo Airfield and Veles Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Skopje International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.