What are the operating hours of EKEB?

Esbjerg operates from 06:00 to 20:00.

What is the tower frequency at EKEB?

The tower frequency at Esbjerg is 120.150 MHz.

Does EKEB require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Esbjerg (Denmark).

Is customs available at EKEB?

Yes, customs at Esbjerg is available from 08:00 to 13:00.

Where is EKEB located?

Esbjerg (EKEB) is located in Esbjerg, Denmark.

What is the IATA code for EKEB?

The IATA code for Esbjerg is EBJ.

Is EKEB a port of entry?

Yes, Esbjerg is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Esbjerg (EKEB/EBJ) — Esbjerg, Denmark

Esbjerg (EKEB/EBJ) serves Esbjerg, Denmark. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (08/26). Field elevation is 97 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 1/4

Frequencies 2/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 10/10

Observed Activity · Jul 23

2 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 05:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-23

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-04-03

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: EKEB
Name: Esbjerg
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 55.525902
Longitude: 8.5534
Elevation: 97 ft
Country: Denmark
Municipality: Esbjerg
IATA Code: EBJ
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: EKDK
Timezone: Europe/Copenhagen
Distance from City: 9.2 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 08/26

Designation: 08/26
Dimensions: N/A
Surface: N/A
PCN: 60/F/A/W/T
Lighting: N/A
NAVAIDs: ILS 08 109.10 (OO), ILS 26 110.30 (ES), VOR/DME ESE 116.60, NDB HP
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: Elevation RW08: 78 ft, RW26: 97 ft. True headings 079/259. Fire category 5. AFIS aerodrome (not towered). ILS 26 freq may be 110.30 per some sources (conflicting with 110.15 — needs AIP verification).

Frequencies

Tower: 120.150 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: 120.150 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 06:00 – 20:00

Tuesday 06:00 – 20:00

Wednesday 06:00 – 20:00

Thursday 06:00 – 20:00

Friday 06:00 – 20:00

Saturday 06:00 – 20:00

Sunday 06:00 – 20:00

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: Mon-Fri 0700-2100L, Sat 0800-1200L, Sun 1200-2000L (UTC+1 winter, UTC+2 summer). Not H24.

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +45 76169000
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://esbjergairport.dk
Remarks: AFIS service (not ATC tower) on 120.150 MHz. Ground handling: Access Oslo Executive Handling +47 91222999, freq 130.575.

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Customs

Open: 08:00
Close: 13:00
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: Mon-Fri 09:00-14:00 local (08:00-13:00 UTC winter, 07:00-12:00 UTC summer). Closed weekends. Phone: +45 72372379. Email: [email protected].

Fees

Landing Fee: DKK 35-55 per tonne MTOW, minimum charge DKK 300
Parking Fee: DKK 4-8 per tonne MTOW per hour
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: DKK
Remarks: Handling mandatory for aircraft >5.7 tonnes MTOW. Danish VAT 25% applicable.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-03
Remarks: Available during airport operating hours. Credit card accepted.

Fuel Type: 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-03
Remarks: Available for piston aircraft. Credit card accepted.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: School/training flights noise restricted. Major helicopter base for North Sea offshore oil/gas operations.

Alternates

EKBI

ICAO: EKBI
Name: Billund
Distance (NM): 24.0
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures.

EKVD

ICAO: EKVD
Name: Vamdrup
Distance (NM): 27.0
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EKVJ

ICAO: EKVJ
Name: Stauning
Distance (NM): 28.7
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EDXW

ICAO: EDXW
Name: Sylt
Distance (NM): 37.5
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: APIS required for all non-Schengen flights (since Oct 2016). Intra-Schengen exempt. Schengen area. Terminal 1 handles international flights.

EDXF

ICAO: EDXF
Name: Schaferhaus
Distance (NM): 53.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

Airport Services

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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

B3355/26 warning

Aerodrome restriction

CHANGE TO AD OPN HRS. MON-FRI 0600-1800 (0500-1700), SAT 0700-1100 (0600-1000), SUN 1300-1700 (1200-1600).

2026-06-17 07:26:00 Until further notice

B4149/26 info

MSA TEMPORARILY 2000FT BETWEEN HDG 71 AND HDG 331 25NM FROM EKEB ARP DUE TO CRANE 942FT ASML AT POSITION 5527N00827E.

2026-07-21 15:53:00 2026-10-21 12:00:00

B4148/26 info

SID M2B TEMPORARILY WITHDRAWN DUE TO CRANE 942FT ASML AT POSITION 5527N00827E.

2026-07-21 15:50:00 2026-10-21 12:00:00

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Nearby Airports

EKVA Varde Airfield 6 NM EKBH Bolhede Glider Field 9 NM EKGE Gesten Glider Field 22 NM EKBI Billund 24 NM EKVD Vamdrup 27 NM EKSP Skrydstrup Air Base 30 NM EKHV Haderslev Airport 36 NM EDXW Sylt 38 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of EKEB?: Esbjerg operates from 06:00 to 20:00.
What is the tower frequency at EKEB?: The tower frequency at Esbjerg is 120.150 MHz.
What fuel is available at EKEB?: Esbjerg offers JET A-1, 100LL.
Does EKEB require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Esbjerg (Denmark).
Is customs available at EKEB?: Yes, customs at Esbjerg is available from 08:00 to 13:00.
Where is EKEB located?: Esbjerg (EKEB) is located in Esbjerg, Denmark.
What is the IATA code for EKEB?: The IATA code for Esbjerg is EBJ.
Is EKEB a port of entry?: Yes, Esbjerg is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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