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Esbjerg (EKEB/EBJ) — Esbjerg, Denmark

At a glance

Operating hours
06:00–20:00 UTC
Customs
08:00–13:00 UTC
Port of entry
Yes
Fuel
JET A-1, 100LL
Tower
120.150
Runways
08/26
Elevation
97 ft

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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 · Oct 26
2 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 03:00Z
2026-10-132026-10-26
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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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
  • APIS 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, with conditions: Border crossing point and customs special landing place, not a customs airport (zoll.de Teil A): from outside the EU, non-commercial or non-scheduled passenger flights with nothing to declare may land here; other flights need an exemption from the local main customs office (Zollverordnung § 5, zoll.de) Source: List of border crossing points, Germany (OJ C/2026/368), 2026-01-16

EDXF

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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

B6170/26
info
Aerodrome restriction
TRIGGER NOTAM - PERM AIP DENMARK AND VFG DENMARK AIRAC AMDT 12/26 WEF 26 NOV 2026: - OPERATIONAL HOURS FOR AD CHANGED. - TRANSMISSION LINE WITHDRAWN ON ADC.
2026-11-26 00:00 UTC 2026-12-09 23:59 UTC
B6173/26
caution
Obstacle
TRIGGER NOTAM - PERM AIP DENMARK AIRAC AMDT 12/26 WEF 26 NOV 2026: TRANSMISSION LINE WITHDRAWN ON AOC-A 26.
2026-11-26 00:00 UTC 2026-12-09 23:59 UTC
V0922/
caution
Instrument procedure change
[US DOD PROCEDURAL NOTAM] INSTRUMENT APPROACH PROCEDURE NOT AUTHORIZED RNP RWY 08 LPV DA* ALL CATS: UNUSABLE; ​RNP RWY 26 LPV DA* ALL CATS: UNUSABLE.
2026-10-20 15:45 UTC 2026-11-25 22:01 UTC

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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?
It depends on the flight. Private non-revenue flights generally do not require landing permits. Standard Schengen entry procedures apply. Permit details for 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.