Visby Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 14h 15m 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 Visby Airport
Visby Airport (IATA: VBY, ICAO: ESSV), is located about 3.5 kilometres (2.2 mi) north of Visby, Gotland, Sweden. Visby airport is Gotland's only commercial airport and the 12th largest airport in Sweden. The airport had 463,616 passengers in 2016. The traffic has a large seasonal variation, with many more passengers in the summer: in 2016, it had 18,070 passengers in January and 57,302 in July. During the Almedalen Week the airport is slot coordinated.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
ESSVNOTAMs
ESSVReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 6,562 ft / 2,000 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28 | 3,611 ft / 1,101 m | 131 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | Visby APP | 126.155 MHz |
| TWR | Visby TWR | 120.305 MHz |
Services & operations
Shuttle service between Visby Airport and Visby bus station will operate from 12 June to 16 August 2026.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VISBY TMA A | Class C | TMA | 1100 ft MSL | FL095 |
| VISBY CTR | Class C | CTR | GND | 1100 ft MSL |
| 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: WSW (from about 247.5°), on 10% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 42% | -1,298 ft | |
| Feb | 52% | -1,493 ft | |
| Mar | 66% | -1,232 ft | |
| Apr | 84% | -987 ft | |
| May | 89% | -362 ft | |
| Jun | 92% | 351 ft | |
| Jul | 88% | 610 ft | |
| Aug | 87% | 528 ft | |
| Sep | 83% | 104 ft | |
| Oct | 66% | -342 ft | |
| Nov | 42% | -847 ft | |
| Dec | 38% | -1,151 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,493–610 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| WEST | 2.5 nm | 300° | On request |
| EAST | 3.3 nm | 098° | On request |
| KARLO | 5.4 nm | 312° | On request |
| ENDRE | 5.6 nm | 132° | On request |
| LOKRUME | 5.9 nm | 076° | On request |
| TOFTA | 7.5 nm | 232° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 82 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 85 ft | — |
| Follingbomasten | — | 253 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 144 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 105 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 177 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 154 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 144 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Visby Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Visby Airport?
The ICAO code for Visby Airport is ESSV, and its IATA code is VBY.
Where is Visby Airport located?
Visby Airport is large airport located in Visby, Sweden, at an elevation of 164 ft (50 m).
How many runways does Visby Airport have?
Visby Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 6,562 ft / 2,000 m.
Which airlines fly to Visby Airport?
Airlines historically serving Visby Airport include Golden Air, Malmö Aviation, NextJet, Scandinavian Airlines System (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Visby Airport?
Historical data lists 4 nonstop destinations from Visby Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Visby Airport in?
Visby Airport is in the Europe/Stockholm time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Visby Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Visby Airport is approximately 7.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Visby Airport?
The nearest airport to Visby Airport is Bunge Airfield (ESVB), about 24.8 nm to the ene, followed by Ölanda Airfield and Trosa Troslanda airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Visby Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.