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Aarhus (EKAH) — Aarhus, Denmark

Aarhus (EKAH/AAR) serves Aarhus, Denmark. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (10R/28L, 10L/28R). Field elevation is 82 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Frequencies 3/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 10/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: EKAH
  • Name: Aarhus
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 56.303329
  • Longitude: 10.618286
  • Elevation: 82 ft
  • Country: Denmark
  • Municipality: Aarhus
  • IATA Code: AAR
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: EKDK
  • Timezone: Europe/Copenhagen
  • Distance from City: 30.3 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 10R/28L

  • Designation: 10R/28L
  • Dimensions: 8865 X 148
  • Surface: Asphalt/Concrete
  • PCN: 76/R/B/X/U
  • Lighting: HIRL, REIL, ALS 900m, PAPI 2.75°, TDZ, CL
  • NAVAIDs: ILS, NDB
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I (10R), ILS CAT II (28L), RNP, NDB
  • Remarks: Primary runway. ILS equipped both ends.

Runway 10L/28R

  • Designation: 10L/28R
  • Dimensions: 9111 X 75
  • Surface: Asphalt/Concrete
  • PCN: 76/R/B/X/U
  • Lighting: HIRL, REIL, PAPI 3.00°
  • NAVAIDs: NDB
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: RWY 10L/28R (2777m x 23m concrete) is NOT used as a runway — functions as a taxiway. No published instrument approaches for this runway.

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.525 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: 130.225 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 119.275 MHz
  • ATIS: 121.155 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 05:00 21:00
Tuesday 05:00 21:00
Wednesday 05:00 21:00
Thursday 05:00 21:00
Friday 05:00 21:00
Saturday 05:00 21:00
Sunday 05:00 21:00
  • Extra Hours On Request: Yes
  • Remarks: ARFF/Fire Category 7. Airport hours 0600-2200L (0500-2100 UTC winter, 0400-2000 UTC summer). Outside hours on request.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +45 87757000
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +45 87757000
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.aar.dk
  • Remarks: OPMAS handling agent: +45 70200051, [email protected], [email protected] (ops 24/7/365). Office hours CET/CEST 0800-2200. Address: Soenderborggade 9, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark. Airport fax: +45 87757030. Airport address: Ny Lufthavnsvej 24, 8560 Kolind, Denmark.

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: No slots or PPR required. Handling is mandatory. Outside 0600-2200 local, overtime available on request.

Customs

  • Open: 05:00
  • Close: 21:00
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: Yes
  • Remarks: Airport of Entry. Customs available. Individual flight notifications must be submitted to Danish CAA by email not later than 48 hours in advance of intended landing.

Fees

  • Landing Fee: 35-55 DKK per tonne MTOW, minimum 300 DKK
  • Parking Fee: 4-8 DKK per tonne MTOW per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: DKK
  • Remarks: 25% Danish VAT applicable. Light twin <5.7t: ~160 DKK departure charge, 27.50 DKK parking per night. OPMAS is ground handling agent.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-03
  • Remarks: Available during airport operating hours. Without icing inhibitor.
  • Fuel Type: 100LL
  • Price/L: 8.95
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-03
  • Remarks: Self-service only on GA ramp. 3.5% credit card surcharge may apply. Price approximately 8950 DKK/1000L.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Schengen member. Crew with valid licenses visa-exempt if listed on flight crew documentation. Passengers must hold valid Schengen/Danish visa — not available on arrival.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: 22:00
  • Curfew End: 06:30
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: No curfew. No preferential runways. No Chapter 3 restrictions. Noise abatement: nearby summer residences not to be overflown by school flights. CDA used in >90% of arrivals. Engine run-up for maintenance only during daytime. Max 50,000 operations/year (including max 9,900 school flights). EU Council Directive 92/14/EEC compliance.

Alternates

EKOD

  • ICAO: EKOD
  • Name: Hans Christian Andersen
  • Distance (NM): 50.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EKYT

  • ICAO: EKYT
  • Name: Aalborg
  • Distance (NM): 53.8
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration available H24 for non-Schengen arrivals. Tel: +45 9630 1448.

EKBI

  • ICAO: EKBI
  • Name: Billund
  • Distance (NM): 59.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures.

EKRK

  • ICAO: EKRK
  • Name: Roskilde
  • Distance (NM): 66.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EKVD

  • ICAO: EKVD
  • Name: Vamdrup
  • Distance (NM): 67.8
  • 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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Denmark Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A - no permit required; file flight plan before departure
  • Landing Lead Time: 48 hours before landing (excl. weekends/holidays); 30 days for >4 flights in 2 months
Private / GA Operations:

Private non-revenue flights generally do not require landing permits. Standard Schengen entry procedures apply.

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Active NOTAMs

B3001/26 warning
Temporary restricted area
TEMPORARY RESTRICTED AREA EKR734 ALLINGE AA ACTIVATED. REF AIP SUP 26/26 AND VFG SUP 16/26 PUBLISHED 03 JUN 2026. LATERAL LIMITS: 562856N0101141E - 562843N0102450E - 562219N0102450E - 562219N0101141E - 562856N0101141E. NO TRAFFIC PERMITTED IN THE AREA WITHOUT PRIOR PERMISSION FROM ATC. RELEV…
2026-06-05 17:25:43 Until further notice
B2940/26 warning
Temporary restricted area
TRIGGER NOTAM - AIP SUP 26/26 AND VFG SUP 16/26 - WEF 13 JUN 2026 EXPECTED UNTIL 16 AUG 2026. TEMPORARY RESTRICTED AREA EKR734 ALLINGE AA.
2026-06-04 06:20:00 2026-06-18 06:20:00
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of EKAH?
Aarhus operates from 05:00 to 21:00 (on request).
What is the tower frequency at EKAH?
The tower frequency at Aarhus is 118.525 MHz.
What fuel is available at EKAH?
Aarhus offers JET A-1, 100LL.
Does EKAH require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Aarhus (Denmark).
Is customs available at EKAH?
Yes, customs at Aarhus is available from 05:00 to 21:00.