Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani-Birgi — Trapani (TP), Italy
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereSearching for an airport code near Trapani (TP)? Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani-Birgi is identified as TPS (ICAO: LICT).
Distance & flight time from TPS
Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani-Birgi
Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani-Birgi is a joint civil-military airport located near Trapani on the western coast of Sicily, Italy. TPS handles significant low-cost carrier traffic, particularly from Ryanair, making it an important gateway for tourists visiting western Sicily's beaches, the ancient ruins of Segesta, and the salt pans of the Stagnone lagoon near Marsala. The airport shares facilities with the Italian Air Force's 37th Wing, reflecting its dual civilian and military role common at several Italian airports. Named after Vincenzo Florio, a pioneering Sicilian industrialist and motorsport enthusiast, Trapani-Birgi has grown steadily as an alternative entry point to Sicily alongside the larger Palermo and Catania airports.
Runways at Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani-Birgi (TPS)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 8852 ft (2698 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani-Birgi (TPS)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 119.95 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.7 MHz |
Airports near Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani-Birgi (TPS)
- Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO) — 60.4 km (37.5 mi)
- Pantelleria Airport (PNL) — 130.1 km (80.8 mi)
- Comiso Airport (CIY) — 213.1 km (132.4 mi)
- Tunis Carthage International Airport (TUN) — 232.0 km (144.2 mi)
- Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) — 232.2 km (144.3 mi)
- Lampedusa Airport (LMP) — 268.6 km (166.9 mi)
- Enfidha - Hammamet International Airport (NBE) — 273.5 km (169.9 mi)
- Reggio Calabria Airport (REG) — 277.8 km (172.6 mi)
TPS (Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani-Birgi) is a joint civil-military airport in western Sicily, Italy, popular with low-cost carriers serving Trapani, Marsala, and Segesta.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani-Birgi?
The IATA code for Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani-Birgi is TPS.
What is the ICAO code for Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani-Birgi?
The ICAO code for Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani-Birgi is LICT. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.