Kristianstad Airport — Kristianstad, Sweden
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Distance & flight time from KID
Kristianstad Airport
Kristianstad Airport (KID) serves Kristianstad, a city in southern Sweden's Skåne region known for its well-preserved Renaissance-era town center and surrounding wetlands, including the Kristianstad Vattenrike biosphere reserve. The airport offers domestic flights connecting to Stockholm, serving business travelers and residents of northeastern Skåne who might otherwise face a long drive to Malmö or Copenhagen. KID has a modest but functional terminal and paved runway suitable for regional jets. As with many smaller Swedish regional airports, its traffic levels have fluctuated over the years depending on airline route decisions and competition from high-speed rail and larger nearby airports.
Runways at Kristianstad Airport (KID)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 7267 ft (2215 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Kristianstad Airport (KID)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | Kristianstad TWR | 129.355 MHz |
Airports near Kristianstad Airport (KID)
- Malmö Sturup Airport (MMX) — 61.8 km (38.4 mi)
- Ronneby Airport (RNB) — 82.6 km (51.3 mi)
- Ängelholm-Helsingborg Airport (AGH) — 87.3 km (54.2 mi)
- Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) — 95.6 km (59.4 mi)
- Bornholm Airport (RNN) — 104.5 km (64.9 mi)
- Halmstad Airport (HAD) — 115.8 km (72.0 mi)
- Växjö Kronoberg Airport (VXO) — 118.8 km (73.8 mi)
- Copenhagen Roskilde Airport (RKE) — 127.9 km (79.5 mi)
KID is Kristianstad Airport in southern Sweden, offering domestic flights mainly to Stockholm. It is a regional airport, not an international hub; nearby Copenhagen and Malmö serve broader international needs.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Kristianstad Airport?
The IATA code for Kristianstad Airport is KID.
What is the ICAO code for Kristianstad Airport?
The ICAO code for Kristianstad Airport is ESMK. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.