Vilnius International Airport (EYVI)
Large airport · Vilnius, Vilnius County, Lithuania
Airport data
| Name | Vilnius International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | EYVI |
| IATA | VNO |
| Elevation | 648 ft (198 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 54°38'3" E 25°17'9" 54.63410, 25.28580 |
| Location | Vilnius, Vilnius County, Lithuania |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 8,251 ft (2515 m) | 164 ft | ASP | Yes |
Vilnius International Airport at a glance
Vilnius International Airport is a large airport in Vilnius, Vilnius County, Lithuania, known to airline systems as VNO. The field elevation of 648 ft (198 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at EYVI are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 01/19, offers 8,251 ft (2515 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 01 points roughly 10° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for EYVI shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Vilnius International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kaunas International Airport | EYKA | 85 km (46 NM) |
| Kėdainiai Air Base | EYKD | 113 km (61 NM) |
| Panevėžys Air Base | EYPP | 133 km (72 NM) |
| Hrodna Airport | UMMG | 140 km (76 NM) |
| Baranavichi Air Base | UMMA | 178 km (96 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Vilnius International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 648 ft field elevation of Vilnius International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 7 airports and airfields we list for Lithuania — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Vilnius International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Vilnius International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Vilnius International Airport is EYVI, and its IATA code is VNO. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Vilnius International Airport above sea level?
Vilnius International Airport sits at an elevation of 648 feet (198 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Vilnius International Airport located?
The airport lies at 54.6341, 25.2858 — in Vilnius, Vilnius County, Lithuania, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Kaunas International Airport, about 85 km away.
Does EYVI publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for EYVI appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Vilnius International Airport?
Vilnius International Airport has one runway. The longest, 01/19, measures 8,251 ft (2515 m) with a ASP surface.