What is the tower frequency at LSZA?

The tower frequency at Lugano is 120.25 MHz.

Does LSZA require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Lugano (Switzerland).

Where is LSZA located?

Lugano (LSZA) is located in Lugano, Switzerland.

What is the IATA code for LSZA?

The IATA code for Lugano is LUG.

How long is the runway at LSZA?

The main runway at Lugano (01/19) measures 4429 X 98.

Does LSZA have an ILS approach?

Yes, Lugano has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 01/19.

Is LSZA a port of entry?

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

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Lugano (LSZA/LUG) — Lugano, Switzerland

Lugano (LSZA/LUG) serves Lugano, Switzerland. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (01/19). Field elevation is 915 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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83% Data Complete 43 of 52 points

Missing: Operations, Contacts

Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Observed Activity · Jul 23

2 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 08:00Z

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: 2026-06-13

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: LSZA
Name: Lugano
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 46.004299
Longitude: 8.91058
Elevation: 915 ft
Country: Switzerland
Municipality: Lugano
IATA Code: LUG
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Europe/Zurich
Distance from City: 3.2 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 01/19

Designation: 01/19
Dimensions: 4429 X 98
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NULL
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

Tower: 120.250 MHz
Ground: 121.775 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 121.175 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday N/A

Tuesday N/A

Wednesday N/A

Thursday N/A

Friday N/A

Saturday N/A

Sunday 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: CHF 11.43 per tonne MTOW
Parking Fee: CHF 6.07 per tonne MTOW per 24 hours
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: CHF
Remarks: Standard airport charges apply at Lugano. Contact airport authority for details.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Fuel available H24 at Lugano. Advance arrangement recommended for large uplift.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Schengen airport. Customs and immigration for non-Schengen arrivals. Gen dec required 24 hours in advance at Lugano.

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Restrictions

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

Alternates

LILY

ICAO: LILY
Name: Como
Distance (NM): 13.2
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 Aosta.

LIMC

ICAO: LIMC
Name: Malpensa
Distance (NM): 23.7
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen port of entry. Non-Schengen at Terminal 1. Customs available 24h.

LIML

ICAO: LIML
Name: Linate
Distance (NM): 36.9
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Primarily intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen handling limited.

LIME

ICAO: LIME
Name: Orio Al Serio
Distance (NM): 38.7
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 Bergamo-Orio al Serio.

LSZS

ICAO: LSZS
Name: Samedan
Distance (NM): 51.4
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Customs and immigration for non-Schengen arrivals. Gen dec required 24 hours in advance at Samedan (Engadin).

Airport Services

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Switzerland Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 3d

Overflight Permit: Conditional
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: 5 working days (non-EU/EFTA carriers). EU/EFTA: no permit needed.
Landing Lead Time: 5 working days (non-EU/EFTA commercial). EU/EFTA: no permit needed. Applications must include full aircraft and flight details.

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights generally exempt. Customs required for non-Schengen arrivals.

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Active NOTAMs

B1196/26 warning

Aerodrome restriction

COMPLY WITH TFC FLOW ON RWY IN USE BY ATIS FOR APCH AND LDG. IF OTHER RWY REQUIRED DUE TO PERFORMANCE, ADVISE LUGANO TWR ON YOUR SECOND RADIO AT LEAST 10 MIN PRIOR ETO PINIK.

2026-06-23 08:36:00 Until further notice

B0849/26 caution

ILS procedure changed

IAP LOC RWY 01/CIRCLING RWY 19 MISSED APCH CLIMB GRADIENT 5.0 PCT OCA(H) RPLC BY 3530(2615). MISSED APCH CLIMB GRADIENT 6.2 PCT RPLC BY 6.7 PCT. MISSED APCH CLIMB GRADIENT 8.3 PCT RPLC BY 8.6 PCT. REF AIP LSZA AD 2.24.10-3.

2026-04-29 12:06:00 Until further notice

B0707/26 caution

Obstacle erected

CRANE 460154N0085524E, 59.6M / 195.4FT AGL, 358.8M / 1177.0FT AMSL.

2026-04-09 00:00:00 2027-03-19 23:59:00

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Nearby Airports

LSZL Locarno Airport 9 NM LILC Calcinate Del Pesce Airport 13 NM LILN Varese-Venegono Airport 16 NM LILB Alzate Brianza Airport 18 NM LSML Lodrino Air Base 18 NM LILG Vergiate Airfield 20 NM LIMC Malpensa 24 NM LIMN Cameri Air Base [MIL] 30 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at LSZA?: The tower frequency at Lugano is 120.25 MHz.
What fuel is available at LSZA?: Lugano offers Jet A-1.
Does LSZA require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Lugano (Switzerland).
Where is LSZA located?: Lugano (LSZA) is located in Lugano, Switzerland.
What is the IATA code for LSZA?: The IATA code for Lugano is LUG.
How long is the runway at LSZA?: The main runway at Lugano (01/19) measures 4429 X 98.
Does LSZA have an ILS approach?: Yes, Lugano has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 01/19.
Is LSZA a port of entry?: Yes, Lugano is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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