Dala Airport — Borlange, Sweden
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Distance & flight time from BLE
Dala Airport
Dala Airport, identified by the code BLE, serves Borlange in the Dalarna region of central Sweden. One runway, 503 feet above sea level, carries a modest schedule of domestic and seasonal international departures. BLE functions as a regional gateway to Dalarna, an area known for forests, lakes, and winter tourism, and its medium-airport classification reflects that limited traffic base. Borlange itself sits along the Dalalven river, and the airport provides a more direct alternative to the longer drive from Stockholm. Traffic through Dala Airport tends to rise during ski season, when visitors head to resorts throughout the surrounding province.
Runways at Dala Airport (BLE)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 7579 ft (2310 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Dala Airport (BLE)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 127.3 MHz |
Airports near Dala Airport (BLE)
- Mora Airport (MXX) — 80.8 km (50.2 mi)
- Stockholm Västerås Airport (VST) — 111.5 km (69.3 mi)
- Söderhamn Airport (SOO) — 126.8 km (78.8 mi)
- Karlskoga Airport (KSK) — 132.5 km (82.3 mi)
- Örebro Airport (ORB) — 135.9 km (84.4 mi)
- Eskilstuna Airport (EKT) — 136.4 km (84.8 mi)
- Torsby Airport (TYF) — 142.2 km (88.4 mi)
- Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN) — 159.3 km (99.0 mi)
Skiers heading to Dalarna's resorts search BLE when comparing flight times against driving up from Stockholm in winter. Others check Dala Airport's code while booking connections for events or festivals in Borlange, since the region's air links are seasonal rather than constant year-round service.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Dala Airport?
The IATA code for Dala Airport is BLE.
What is the ICAO code for Dala Airport?
The ICAO code for Dala Airport is ESSD. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.