Mönchengladbach Airport — Mönchengladbach, Germany
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Distance & flight time from MGL
Mönchengladbach Airport
Mönchengladbach Airport (MGL) is a small airport in western Germany's North Rhine-Westphalia region, primarily serving general aviation, flight training, and business aircraft rather than scheduled commercial airline routes. Located near the city of Mönchengladbach and within easy reach of Düsseldorf, the airport benefits from proximity to a major metropolitan area while retaining a low-traffic, general aviation character. MGL has occasionally been used for charter and executive flights, and it hosts local flying clubs and aviation businesses typical of Germany's dense network of regional airfields. Its modest infrastructure and short runway distinguish it clearly from nearby Düsseldorf Airport, which handles the region's major international traffic.
Runways at Mönchengladbach Airport (MGL)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 3937 ft (1200 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Mönchengladbach Airport (MGL)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | Langen Information | 129.875 MHz |
| ATIS | Moenchengladbach ATIS (MHV) | 109.8 MHz |
| GND | Moenchengladbach Ground / Rollkontrolle | 121.93 MHz |
| Radar | Langen Radar | 128.555 MHz |
| TWR | Moenchengladbach Tower / Turm | 120.455 MHz |
Airports near Mönchengladbach Airport (MGL)
- Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) — 19.4 km (12.1 mi)
- Geilenkirchen Air Base (GKE) — 44.0 km (27.3 mi)
- Weeze (Niederrhein) Airport (NRN) — 48.3 km (30.0 mi)
- Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) — 60.3 km (37.5 mi)
- Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST) — 62.4 km (38.8 mi)
- Volkel Air Base (UDE) — 72.8 km (45.2 mi)
- Eindhoven Airport (EIN) — 82.2 km (51.1 mi)
- Dortmund Airport (DTM) — 83.3 km (51.8 mi)
MGL is Mönchengladbach Airport in Germany, a general aviation field distinct from Frankfurt Airport; searches often seek business or private charter access rather than commercial flights.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Mönchengladbach Airport?
The IATA code for Mönchengladbach Airport is MGL.
What is the ICAO code for Mönchengladbach Airport?
The ICAO code for Mönchengladbach Airport is EDLN. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.