What are the operating hours of LOWS?

Salzburg operates from 05:00 to 22:00.

What is the tower frequency at LOWS?

The tower frequency at Salzburg is 118.100 MHz.

What fuel is available at LOWS?

Salzburg offers JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL.

Does LOWS require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Salzburg (Austria).

Is customs available at LOWS?

Yes, customs at Salzburg is available from 05:00 to 23:00.

Does LOWS require slots or PPR?

Slots are required and PPR is required at Salzburg.

Where is LOWS located?

Salzburg (LOWS) is located in Salzburg, Austria.

What is the IATA code for LOWS?

The IATA code for Salzburg is SZG.

How long is the runway at LOWS?

The main runway at Salzburg (15/33) measures 9022 X 148.

Does LOWS have an ILS approach?

Yes, Salzburg has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 15/33.

Is LOWS a port of entry?

Yes, Salzburg is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Salzburg (LOWS/SZG) — Salzburg, Austria

Salzburg (LOWS/SZG) serves Salzburg, Austria. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (15/33). Field elevation is 1411 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 4/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 10/10

Observed Activity · Jul 23

22 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 07:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-23

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-04-08

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: LOWS
Name: Salzburg
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 47.793301
Longitude: 13.0043
Elevation: 1411 ft
Country: Austria
Municipality: Salzburg
IATA Code: SZG
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: LOVV
Timezone: Europe/Vienna
Distance from City: 3.1 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 15/33

Designation: 15/33
Dimensions: 9022 X 148
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: 55/R/B/W/T
Lighting: HIRL, CL, SSALR RWY 33, ALSF-2 RWY 15, TDZL RWY 15, REIL, PAPI both ends
NAVAIDs: ILS CAT I RWY 15 (LOC 109.9 MHz)
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, VOR/DME, RNAV (GNSS), NDB
Remarks: Runway 15 displaced threshold 656 ft; Runway 33 displaced threshold 787 ft. TORA RWY 33: 9350 ft; LDA RWY 33: 8235 ft. TORA RWY 15: 9022 ft; LDA RWY 15: 8366 ft. ILS training required RWY 15. RNP AR approaches require specific authorization. Tower view partially obscured. Noise abatement procedures in effect. Mode S on ground.

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.100 MHz
Ground: 121.750 MHz
Operations: 123.720 MHz
Traffic/Approach: Approach 123.720 MHz / 132.460 MHz (0500-2200 UTC); Tower 118.100 MHz (0500-2200 UTC); Ground/Delivery 121.750 MHz (0500-2200 UTC); ATIS 125.725 MHz (0500-2200 UTC) MHz
ATIS: 125.725 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 05:00 – 22:00

Tuesday 05:00 – 22:00

Wednesday 05:00 – 22:00

Thursday 05:00 – 22:00

Friday 05:00 – 22:00

Saturday 05:00 – 22:00

Sunday 05:00 – 22:00

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: Control tower and ATC 0500-2200 UTC. Passenger operations (commercial) 0300-2200 UTC. Takeoff/landing 0500-2200 UTC. Administrative hours 0400-2200 UTC. Local time is CET (UTC+1) / CEST (UTC+2) in summer.

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +43 662 85800
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: +43 662 85800
Website: https://www.salzburg-airport.com/en
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: Yes
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: [email protected]
Remarks: Slots mandatory for commercial IFR and scheduled cargo via COHOR/AUOS system. GA VFR/IFR does not require slots. PPR required for commercial and cargo operations; GA PPR only for noise Chapter 4+ aircraft outside 0600-2200 local.

Customs

Open: 05:00
Close: 23:00
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: Available on request outside regular hours for GA with prior notice.

Fees

Landing Fee: N/A
Parking Fee: N/A
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: EUR
Remarks: Austria Air Transport Levy (ATL) applies to passengers departing on commercial/charter flights on aircraft MTOW >2,000 kg. Rates vary by flight distance (higher for short-haul <350 km).

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-07
Remarks: N/A

Fuel Type: AVGAS 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-07
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: No US CBP Preclearance. Landing permit not required for EU/EFTA aircraft. Prior notification via handling agent required for non-EU aircraft. APIS submission mandatory for international flights per EU regulations.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: 22:00
Curfew End: 05:00
Noise Chapter Min: 4
Remarks: Night curfew 2200-0500 UTC. Quiet aircraft (ICAO Annex 16 Chapter III) may operate 2100-2200 UTC arrivals only. Ambulance flights permitted at night. Noise abatement procedures in effect. RNP AR requires authorization. Max wingspan 36m. Non-commercial takeoffs: summer 0600-2100 UTC, winter 0600-2000 UTC.

Alternates

LOIJ

ICAO: LOIJ
Name: St Johann
Distance (NM): 27.8
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Border control for arrivals from non-Schengen states only. EU/EEA nationals may use e-gates at Innsbruck-Kranebitten (GA) where available.

LOWZ

ICAO: LOWZ
Name: Zell Am See
Distance (NM): 31.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Zell am See.

EDME

ICAO: EDME
Name: Eggenfelden
Distance (NM): 37.9
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

LOLW

ICAO: LOLW
Name: Wels
Distance (NM): 47.8
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 Wels.

LOWL

ICAO: LOWL
Name: Linz
Distance (NM): 54.4
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Landing permit not required for EU/EEA aircraft. Non-EU aircraft require PPR and may need overflight/landing permits from Austro Control. APIS required for all international flights per EU regulations.

Airport Services

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Austria Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 3d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: N/A - no permit required; file flight plan 2 hours before departure
Landing Lead Time: 3 working days before flight

Private / GA Operations:

Private non-revenue flights generally do not require a landing permit. Standard customs/immigration procedures apply for non-Schengen arrivals.

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Active NOTAMs

A1509/26 info

Aerodrome restriction

TRIGGER NOTAM - PERM AIRAC AIP AMDT 311/26 WEF06AUG2026. AERODROME CHART - ICAO

2026-08-06 00:00:00 2026-08-19 23:59:00

A1116/26 caution

Instrument procedure change

RNP E RWY 15 (LPV ONLY) PROCEDURE SUSPENDED. REF AIP AUSTRIA, LOWS AD 2 MAP 13-2-1-2. NOTE: DUE TO ICAO ELECTRONIC BULLETIN 2026/13

2026-05-13 14:07:00 2026-08-05 23:59:00

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Nearby Airports

EDJG Grabenstätt Airfield 19 NM EDPK Schönberg Airfield 25 NM LOIJ St Johann 28 NM LOLK Ried-Kirchheim Airfield 29 NM EDPC Bad Endorf/Jolling Airfield 30 NM LOWZ Zell Am See 31 NM EDNV Vogtareuth Airport 33 NM LOLU Gmunden-Laakirchen Airfield 36 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of LOWS?: Salzburg operates from 05:00 to 22:00.
What is the tower frequency at LOWS?: The tower frequency at Salzburg is 118.100 MHz.
What fuel is available at LOWS?: Salzburg offers JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL.
Does LOWS require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Salzburg (Austria).
Is customs available at LOWS?: Yes, customs at Salzburg is available from 05:00 to 23:00.
Does LOWS require slots or PPR?: Slots are required and PPR is required at Salzburg.
Where is LOWS located?: Salzburg (LOWS) is located in Salzburg, Austria.
What is the IATA code for LOWS?: The IATA code for Salzburg is SZG.
How long is the runway at LOWS?: The main runway at Salzburg (15/33) measures 9022 X 148.
Does LOWS have an ILS approach?: Yes, Salzburg has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 15/33.
Is LOWS a port of entry?: Yes, Salzburg is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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