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Sestri

Sestri (LIMJ/GOA) serves Genoa, Italy. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (10/28). Field elevation is 13 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 2/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 8/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: LIMJ
  • Name: Sestri
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 44.4133
  • Longitude: 8.8375
  • Elevation: 13 ft
  • Country: Italy
  • Municipality: Genoa
  • IATA Code: GOA
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Europe/Rome
  • Distance from City: 7.7 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 10/28

  • Designation: 10/28
  • Dimensions: 9564 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.600 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 122.825 MHz

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: http://www.aeroportodigenova.com/en/home/index.php
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

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

Fees

  • Landing Fee: EUR 11.52 per tonne MTOW
  • Parking Fee: EUR 3.36 per tonne MTOW per 24 hours; first 4 hours free
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: EUR
  • Remarks: Italian CAA tariff applies at Genoa. Night operations surcharge 20%.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Fuel available during ATC operating hours at Genoa. 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 Genoa where available.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: 24-hour operations permitted at Genoa. Voluntary noise abatement between 2200-0600 local. Follow published procedures.

Alternates

LIMG

  • ICAO: LIMG
  • Name: Albenga
  • Distance (NM): 37.5
  • 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 Albenga.

LIMZ

  • ICAO: LIMZ
  • Name: Levaldigi
  • Distance (NM): 52.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Customs and immigration for non-Schengen arrivals. Gen dec required 24 hours in advance at Turin-Aeritalia.

LIML

  • ICAO: LIML
  • Name: Linate
  • Distance (NM): 64.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Primarily intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen handling limited.

LIMP

  • ICAO: LIMP
  • Name: Parma
  • Distance (NM): 67.1
  • 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 Parma.

LIMF

  • ICAO: LIMF
  • Name: Caselle
  • Distance (NM): 69.3
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Border control for arrivals from non-Schengen states only. EU/EEA nationals may use e-gates at Turin where available.

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Italy Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: Conditional
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: 3 working days (non-EU operators). EU/EASA-state operators: no permit needed.
  • Landing Lead Time: 20 business days (annual/blanket charter permit for known operators). 45 business days (first-time operators or those not operating in Italy in last 2 IATA seasons). 5 business days (single-flight permit). 15 business days (series of flights).
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights generally exempt. PPR at major airports.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at LIMJ?
The tower frequency at Sestri is 118.6 MHz.
What fuel is available at LIMJ?
Sestri offers Jet A-1.
Does LIMJ require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Sestri (Italy).