Mariehamn (EFMA/MHQ) — Mariehamn, Finland
Mariehamn (EFMA/MHQ) serves Mariehamn, Finland. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (03/21). Field elevation is 18 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: EFMA
- Name: Mariehamn
- Type: medium_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: 60.1222
- Longitude: 19.898199
- Elevation: 18 ft
- Country: Finland
- Municipality: Mariehamn
- IATA Code: MHQ
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: EFIN
- Timezone: Europe/Mariehamn
- Distance from City: 3.8 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 03/21
- Designation: 03/21
- Dimensions: 6243 X 197
- Surface: Asphalt
- PCN: 40/F/A/X/T
- Lighting: CAT I approach lights (RWY 21, 900m), PAPI 3.5° both ends, Edge LIH, Centerline LIH, Threshold green LIH, End red LIH
- NAVAIDs: DVOR/DME (MAR 114.700), ILS CAT I RWY 21 (LOC/GP/DME SD 108.900)
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I (RWY 21), LOC (RWY 21), RNP (RWY 03/21), VOR (RWY 03)
- Remarks: Strip 2023x300m. TORA/TODA/ASDA/LDA 1903m both directions. RWY 21 intersection A: TORA/TODA/ASDA 1392m. RWY 03 approach lighting not installed (accepted deviation). Secondary power available, 12 sec switchover.
Frequencies
- Tower: 119.600 MHz
- Ground: N/A
- Operations: 119.700 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: TWR 119.600; APP 119.700; ATIS 130.425 (H24) MHz
- ATIS: 130.425 MHz
Operation Hours
- Extra Hours On Request: Yes
- Remarks: TWR hours per NOTAM (varies with scheduled traffic). ATS/MET/ATIS H24. Fire category 5 (up to CAT 7 for scheduled traffic). Night ops 20:00-05:00 UTC commercial/rescue only.
Contacts
- AIS Tel: +358 204284800
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: +358 207084400
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: https://www.finavia.fi/en/airports/mariehamn
- Remarks: Email: [email protected]. Handling: +358 456364340 / +358 4573433759. Address: Flygfältsvägen 67, FI-22120 Mariehamn.
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: +358 456364340 / +358 4573433759 / +358 207084400 / [email protected]
- Remarks: N/A
Customs
- Open: N/A
- Close: N/A
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: Yes
- Remarks: Available with 4 hours prior notice (PN 4 HR). Tel: +358 295527041. Email: [email protected].
Fees
- Landing Fee: 52.13 EUR per aircraft under 2t (includes landing, 1 night parking, terminal charge) + 24% VAT
- Parking Fee: EUR 2.00-4.00 per tonne MTOW per hour
- Handling Mandatory: No
- Currency: EUR
- Remarks: Finavia standard charges apply. De-icing available. No hangar space. No repair facilities. Cargo facilities available.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: JET A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-05
- Remarks: 2 fixed tanks (max 29,000L) + 1 truck (max 8,800L). Delivery rate 450 L/min. Available during TWR operational hours upon request. Fuel canisters prohibited without written local procedure.
- Fuel Type: JET A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-05
- Remarks: 2 fixed tanks (max 29,000L) + 1 truck (max 8,800L). Delivery rate 450 L/min. Available during TWR operational hours upon request. Fuel canisters prohibited without written local procedure.
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: Schengen zone. Available with 4 hours prior notice (PN 4 HR). Tel: +358 2941040. Email: [email protected].
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: N/A
- Remarks: No formal curfew. Noise abatement procedures in effect.
Alternates
ESSA
- ICAO: ESSA
- Name: Arlanda
- Distance (NM): 66.0
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Schengen port of entry. Swedish police on-site. Non-Schengen at Terminal 5 and Terminal 2.
EFTU
- ICAO: EFTU
- Name: Turku
- Distance (NM): 74.1
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.
ESSB
- ICAO: ESSB
- Name: Bromma
- Distance (NM): 75.0
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.
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Finland Permit Requirements
- Overflight Permit: No
- Landing Permit: Conditional
- Overflight Lead Time: N/A - no permit required for ICAO contracting states under Chicago Convention Article 5
- Landing Lead Time: 5 working days before flight
Private non-revenue flights from ICAO contracting states do not require specific permits. Standard Schengen entry procedures apply.
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What is the tower frequency at EFMA?
- The tower frequency at Mariehamn is 119.600 MHz.
- What fuel is available at EFMA?
- Mariehamn offers JET A-1, JET A-1.
- Does EFMA require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for Mariehamn (Finland).
- Where is EFMA located?
- Mariehamn (EFMA) is located in Mariehamn, Finland.
- What is the IATA code for EFMA?
- The IATA code for Mariehamn is MHQ.
- How long is the runway at EFMA?
- The main runway at Mariehamn (03/21) measures 6243 X 197.
- Does EFMA have an ILS approach?
- Yes, Mariehamn has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 03/21.
- Is EFMA a port of entry?
- Yes, Mariehamn is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.