Lelystad Airport — Lelystad, Netherlands
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Lelystad Airport (Lelystad) is LEY — its ICAO code is EHLE.
Distance & flight time from LEY
Lelystad Airport
Lelystad Airport lies in the Flevoland province of the central Netherlands, on land reclaimed from the sea and sitting at an elevation of about 13 feet below sea level, a striking reminder of the Dutch polders. It has a single asphalt runway near 8,858 feet and has been developed as a general-aviation and business field, with plans over the years to take on overflow traffic from Amsterdam's main hub. The flat, engineered landscape of Flevoland is among the youngest land in Europe. The airport serves light aviation and training for the region. The LEY code identifies this field, set on reclaimed ground in the central Netherlands.
Runways at Lelystad Airport (LEY)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 8858 ft (2700 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASPH |
Radio frequencies for Lelystad Airport (LEY)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP/DEP | Schiphol Approach/Departure | 119.055 MHz |
| APP/DEP | Schiphol Approach/Departure | 121.205 MHz |
| ARR | Schiphol Arrival | 131.155 MHz |
| ARR | Lelystad Arrival | 134.53 MHz |
| ATIS | Lelystad ATIS | 120.73 MHz |
| FIS | Dutch MIL Info | 132.35 MHz |
| GND | Clearance Delivery | 123.68 MHz |
| TWR | Lelystad TWR | 135.18 MHz |
Airports near Lelystad Airport (LEY)
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) — 53.4 km (33.2 mi)
- De Kooy Airfield / Den Helder Naval Air Station (DHR) — 72.0 km (44.7 mi)
- Leeuwarden Air Base (LWR) — 87.8 km (54.6 mi)
- Volkel Air Base (UDE) — 89.5 km (55.6 mi)
- Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) — 91.8 km (57.0 mi)
- Twente Airport (ENS) — 95.4 km (59.3 mi)
- Groningen Airport Eelde (GRQ) — 102.9 km (63.9 mi)
- Weeze (Niederrhein) Airport (NRN) — 104.0 km (64.6 mi)
The LEY code helps identify Lelystad Airport in the central Netherlands, mainly a general-aviation and business field. It keeps this Flevoland airport distinct from Amsterdam Schiphol on paperwork and planning.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Lelystad Airport?
The IATA code for Lelystad Airport is LEY.
What is the ICAO code for Lelystad Airport?
The ICAO code for Lelystad Airport is EHLE. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.