What is the tower frequency at HELX?

The tower frequency at Luxor Intl is 119.9 MHz.

Does HELX require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Luxor Intl (Egypt).

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Luxor Intl

Luxor Intl (HELX/LXR) serves Luxor, Egypt. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (02/20). Field elevation is 276 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 2/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: HELX
Name: Luxor Intl
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 25.674629
Longitude: 32.700012
Elevation: 276 ft
Country: Egypt
Municipality: Luxor
IATA Code: LXR
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Africa/Cairo
Distance from City: 6.1 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 02/20

Designation: 02/20
Dimensions: 9843 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, VOR/DME, NDB
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 119.900 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

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

Fees

Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx EGP 200/ton
Parking Fee: EGP 100/ton per 24h
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: EGP
Remarks: EAC fees. Luxor is a major tourist gateway to Valley of the Kings.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: MISR Petroleum fuel. Available during airport operating hours.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: International airport. Visa on arrival for many nationalities (USD 25 fee).

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: No curfew. Desert environment; occasional sandstorm warnings.

Alternates

HESG

ICAO: HESG
Name: Suhag Intl
Distance (NM): 65.5
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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Egypt Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 3d Landing: 7d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 4 business days (official); air ambulance: 3 hours
Landing Lead Time: 4 business days (official); air ambulance: 3 hours

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require ECAA permit and military approval. Security-sensitive, allow extra time.

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Nearby Airports

HE26 Abu Shahat Valley Air Base 58 NM HESG Suhag Intl 65 NM HEMA Marsa Alam Intl 103 NM HESN Aswan Intl 103 NM HEGN Hurghada Intl 108 NM HEGO El Gouna Private Airport 114 NM HEAT Asyut Intl 123 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at HELX?: The tower frequency at Luxor Intl is 119.9 MHz.
What fuel is available at HELX?: Luxor Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does HELX require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Luxor Intl (Egypt).

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