What is the tower frequency at LGSA?

The tower frequency at Ioannis Daskalogiannis is 121.1 MHz.

What fuel is available at LGSA?

Ioannis Daskalogiannis offers Jet A-1.

Does LGSA require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Ioannis Daskalogiannis (Greece).

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Ioannis Daskalogiannis

Ioannis Daskalogiannis (LGSA/CHQ) serves Chania, Greece. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (11/29). Field elevation is 490 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: LGSA
Name: Ioannis Daskalogiannis
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 35.5317
Longitude: 24.1497
Elevation: 490 ft
Country: Greece
Municipality: Chania
IATA Code: CHQ
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Europe/Athens
Distance from City: 12.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 11/29

Designation: 11/29
Dimensions: 10982 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, TACAN, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 121.100 MHz
Ground: 121.700 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: EUR 7.22 per tonne MTOW
Parking Fee: EUR 6.77 per tonne MTOW per 24 hours; first 4 hours free
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: EUR
Remarks: Hellenic CAA tariff at Chania. Summer peak surcharges may apply.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Fuel available during ATC operating hours at Chania. Contact handling agent to arrange.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Schengen airport. Border control for arrivals from non-Schengen states only. EU/EEA nationals may use e-gates at Chania where available.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: No curfew at Chania. Noise abatement procedures apply during night hours. Preferential runway system may be in effect.

Alternates

LGIR

ICAO: LGIR
Name: Nikos Kazantzakis
Distance (NM): 51.7
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Heraklion.

LGSR

ICAO: LGSR
Name: Santorini
Distance (NM): 83.0
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Santorini.

Airport Services

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Greece 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: 5 working days before flight with full documentation

Private / GA Operations:

Non-EU private operators follow the same permit procedures as charter flights. EU-registered private aircraft are generally exempt.

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Nearby Airports

LGTY Tympaki Air Base 41 NM LGIR Nikos Kazantzakis 52 NM LGTL Kasteli Airport 61 NM LGKC Kithira Airport 71 NM LGML Milos Airport 72 NM LGSR Santorini 83 NM LGST Sitia Airport 97 NM LGPA Paros National Airport 101 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at LGSA?: The tower frequency at Ioannis Daskalogiannis is 121.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at LGSA?: Ioannis Daskalogiannis offers Jet A-1.
Does LGSA require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Ioannis Daskalogiannis (Greece).

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