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Ercan International Airport (LCEN/ECN) — Tymbou (Kirklar), Cyprus
Ercan International Airport (LCEN/ECN) serves Tymbou (Kirklar), Cyprus. This is a mid-sized airport with 3 runways (11L/29R, 11R/29L). Field elevation is 404 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Frequencies
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Operations
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Fuel
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Contacts
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Additional Info
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Observed Activity
· Jul 22
31 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 23 on the ground · busiest hour 16:00Z
2026-07-182026-07-22
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: LCEN
- Name: Ercan International Airport
- Type: medium_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: 35.152336
- Longitude: 33.506584
- Elevation: 404 ft
- Country: Cyprus
- Municipality: Tymbou (Kirklar)
- IATA Code: ECN
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: LCCC
- Timezone: Asia/Nicosia
- Distance from City: 13.0 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 11L/29R
- Designation: 11L/29R
- Dimensions: 9039 X 148
- Surface: Concrete
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: Edge lights (medium intensity), REIL both ends, threshold lights. Precision approach markings
- NAVAIDs: VOR/DME (ECN 117.00)
- Approach Types: VOR/DME
- Remarks: N/A
Runway 11R/29L
- Designation: 11R/29L
- Dimensions: 10499 X 148
- Surface: Asphalt
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: ILS CAT I on RWY 29 (GS 2.80°), Calvert approach lighting RWY 29, edge lights, threshold lights, REIL (unidirectional)
- NAVAIDs: ILS (110.7 IEKT), VOR/DME (ECN 117.00)
- Approach Types: ILS, VOR/DME
- Remarks: Extended to 3200m, opened July 2023. Main runway
Runway 16/34
- Designation: 16/34
- Dimensions: 906 X 0
- Surface: N/A
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: Not lighted
- NAVAIDs: N/A
- Approach Types: N/A
- Remarks: Permanently closed (marked [X] on charts)
Frequencies
- Tower: 120.200 MHz
- Ground: Not published separately — Ercan Tower on 120.2 MHz handles both tower and ground functions. Published frequencies: TWR 120.2, 126.900, 126.700, 118.350 MHz
- Operations: 126.900 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: 126.700 MHz
- ATIS: 118.350 MHz
Operation Hours
Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Sunday
Open 24 hours
Ercan International Airport operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Airport and control tower operate H24
Contacts
- AIS Tel: +90 392 231 4169
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: +90 392 600 5000
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: https://ercanhavalimani.aero
- Remarks: Fax: +90 392 600 5060. Email: [email protected]. Alt phone: +90 392 231 4806
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: Landing permit required. Apply via TRNC Civil Aviation Dept (havacilik.gov.ct.tr). Must provide: AOC, Airworthiness Cert, Registration Cert, Noise Cert, Insurance Cert, Radio License, FIR entry/exit points, FIR routing. No slot coordination required. No PPR required.
- Remarks: Landing permit required via TRNC Civil Aviation Dept (havacilik.gov.ct.tr). Documents: AOC, Airworthiness Cert, Registration Cert, Noise Cert, Insurance Cert, Radio License, FIR entry/exit points, FIR routing. No slot coordination or PPR needed
Customs
- Open: 00:00
- Close: 23:59
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Landing permit required for all flights. All flights must route via Turkey. Customs available on field. Not designated as AOE. Apply through TRNC Civil Aviation Department or via handling agent
Fees
- Landing Fee: N/A
- Parking Fee: N/A
- Handling Mandatory: No
- Currency: TRY
- Remarks: Landing permit required. ARFF category 7
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: JET A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-04
- Remarks: Jet fuel only. Supplied by K-Pet (Cyprus Turkish Petroleum). No avgas available. Contact airport for current pricing
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: International airport serving flights to/from Turkey only. Visas available on arrival. Automated e-gates for departures
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: N/A
- Remarks: All flights must route via Turkey due to international recognition restrictions on Northern Cyprus. No direct flights from non-Turkish destinations permitted
Alternates
LCGK
- ICAO: LCGK
- Name: Lefkoniko Airport / Geçitkale Air Base
- Distance (NM): 11.6
- Has IFR: No
- Port of Entry: No
- Immigration Remarks: N/A
LCLK
- ICAO: LCLK
- Name: Larnaca Intl
- Distance (NM): 17.6
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Non-Schengen EU airport. Full immigration checks. Separate EU/EEA and Non-EU passport lanes.
LCRA
- ICAO: LCRA
- Name: RAF Akrotiri
- Distance (NM): 42.3
- Has IFR: No
- Port of Entry: No
- Immigration Remarks: N/A
Airport Services
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Cyprus Permit Requirements
Medium
Overflight: 2d
Landing: 2d
- Overflight Permit: Conditional
- Landing Permit: Conditional
- Overflight Lead Time: 48 hours before scheduled departure
- Landing Lead Time: 48 hours before scheduled departure
Private / GA Operations:
Private non-revenue flights generally do not require specific permits. Standard customs/immigration procedures apply.
Active NOTAMs
N0227/26
info
UNMANNED ACFT WILL TAKE PLACE WI ERCAN ADVISORY AIRSPACE:
355200N0343000E 355200N0353000E 353400N0352500E 351400N0352800E
351400N0343000E 355200N0343000E
2026-07-23 14:20:31
Until further notice
N0225/26
info
TEST FLIGHT WILL TAKE PLACE.
AREA: 353355N0331244E 364935N0353813E 351841N0332726E
WITHIN ERCAN ADVISORY AIRSPACE.
2026-07-22 14:10:30
Until further notice
N0213/26
info
TO ALL CONCERNED: POSSIBLE MILITARY OPERATIONS IN AREA MAINTAIN
CONTINUOUS RADIO CONTACT WITH ERCAN ACC, FREQUENCY 126.7 MHZ WHEN
PASSING THE AREA.
AREA: 355120N0333144E 355800N0335429E 355500N0352634E
354537N0353149E 352801N0351633E 350537N0351400E 350600N0342420E
355120N0333144E
WITHIN ERCAN …
2026-07-02 21:01:00
2026-08-31 20:59:00
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What is the tower frequency at LCEN?
- The tower frequency at Ercan International Airport is 120.2 MHz.
- What fuel is available at LCEN?
- Ercan International Airport offers JET A-1.
- Does LCEN require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for Ercan International Airport (Cyprus).
- Is customs available at LCEN?
- Yes, customs at Ercan International Airport is available from 00:00 to 23:59.
- Where is LCEN located?
- Ercan International Airport (LCEN) is located in Tymbou (Kirklar), Cyprus.
- What is the IATA code for LCEN?
- The IATA code for Ercan International Airport is ECN.
- How long is the runway at LCEN?
- The main runway at Ercan International Airport (11L/29R) measures 9039 X 148.
- Does LCEN have an ILS approach?
- Yes, Ercan International Airport has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 11R/29L.
- Is LCEN a port of entry?
- Yes, Ercan International Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.