Gällivare Airport — Gällivare, Sweden
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Gällivare Airport (Gällivare) is GEV — its ICAO code is ESNG.
Distance & flight time from GEV
Gällivare Airport
Gällivare Airport, with the code GEV, serves the town of Gällivare in Swedish Lapland, an area defined by mining, forestry, and Arctic tourism. Located north of the Arctic Circle, the airport connects this remote region to Stockholm and other Swedish cities, providing a vital link given the long distances and harsh winters that make road travel less practical for much of the year. GEV supports travelers heading to nearby national parks, including areas popular for hiking, skiing, and observing the midnight sun or northern lights depending on season. The airport also serves workers connected to the region's iron ore mining industry, a longstanding economic pillar of northern Sweden.
Runways at Gällivare Airport (GEV)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 5623 ft (1714 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Gällivare Airport (GEV)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | AFIS | 122.1 MHz |
Airports near Gällivare Airport (GEV)
- Kiruna Airport (KRN) — 79.3 km (49.3 mi)
- Enontekio Airport (ENF) — 175.4 km (109.0 mi)
- Kittilä International Airport (KTT) — 183.4 km (114.0 mi)
- Arvidsjaur Airport (AJR) — 184.6 km (114.7 mi)
- Luleå Airport (LLA) — 186.0 km (115.6 mi)
- Kemi-Tornio Airport (KEM) — 225.0 km (139.8 mi)
- Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) — 228.1 km (141.7 mi)
- Harstad/Narvik Airport (EVE) — 230.1 km (143.0 mi)
GEV is often searched by travelers planning trips to Swedish Lapland for Arctic tourism or mining-related work; it should not be confused with Gävle, a different Swedish city served by other airports.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Gällivare Airport?
The IATA code for Gällivare Airport is GEV.
What is the ICAO code for Gällivare Airport?
The ICAO code for Gällivare Airport is ESNG. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.