Samsun-Çarşamba Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 16m 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 Samsun-Çarşamba Airport
Samsun Çarşamba Airport is a public airport in Samsun, Turkey. Opened in 1998, it is 23 km (14 mi) from Samsun. The airport consists of one terminal. Passengers board aircraft from ladder trucks on the tarmac.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
LTFHNOTAMs
LTFHReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31 | 9,843 ft / 3,000 m | 148 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 118.175 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 129.350 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.350 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTAA ANKARA FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| ÇARŞAMBA TMA | Special use | TMA | 1000 ft MSL | FL240 |
| LTFH | Special use | CTR | GND | 1000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Turkey 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: NW (from about 315°), on 12% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 69% | -1,079 ft | |
| Feb | 61% | -1,101 ft | |
| Mar | 59% | -863 ft | |
| Apr | 64% | -515 ft | |
| May | 70% | 109 ft | |
| Jun | 85% | 829 ft | |
| Jul | 93% | 1,203 ft | |
| Aug | 91% | 1,203 ft | |
| Sep | 83% | 651 ft | |
| Oct | 70% | 13 ft | |
| Nov | 68% | -537 ft | |
| Dec | 70% | -841 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,101–1,203 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Samsun-Çarşamba Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Samsun-Çarşamba Airport?
The ICAO code for Samsun-Çarşamba Airport is LTFH, and its IATA code is SZF.
Where is Samsun-Çarşamba Airport located?
Samsun-Çarşamba Airport is medium airport located in Samsun, Turkey, at an elevation of 18 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Samsun-Çarşamba Airport have?
Samsun-Çarşamba Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,843 ft / 3,000 m.
What time zone is Samsun-Çarşamba Airport in?
Samsun-Çarşamba Airport is in the Europe/Istanbul time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Samsun-Çarşamba Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Samsun-Çarşamba Airport is approximately 6.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Samsun-Çarşamba Airport?
The nearest airport to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport is Samsun / Ondokuz Mayis Airport (TR-0080), about 25.4 nm to the nw, followed by Amasya Merzifon Airport and Tokat Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Samsun-Çarşamba Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.