Zaragoza Airport (LEZG)
Large airport · Zaragoza, Aragón, Spain
Airport data
| Name | Zaragoza Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | LEZG |
| IATA | ZAZ |
| Elevation | 863 ft (263 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 41°39'58" W 1°2'30" 41.66620, -1.04155 |
| Location | Zaragoza, Aragón, Spain |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12L/30R | 9,843 ft (3000 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 12R/30L | 12,198 ft (3718 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Zaragoza Airport at a glance
Zaragoza Airport is a large airport in Zaragoza, Aragón, Spain, known to airline systems as ZAZ. The field elevation of 863 ft (263 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at LEZG are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
Of its 2 runways, the longest — 12R/30L — offers 12,198 ft (3718 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 12R points roughly 120° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for LEZG 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 Zaragoza Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aerodromo de Villanueva de Gallego | LEWG | 21 km (11 NM) |
| Aeródromo Gurrea de Gállego | ES-0165 | 48 km (26 NM) |
| Aeródromo de Tardienta - Monegros | ES-0144 | 53 km (29 NM) |
| Campo de Aviación de Ablitas | LETU | 61 km (33 NM) |
| Aeródromo de Tudela | ES-0095 | 73 km (39 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Zaragoza Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 863 ft field elevation of Zaragoza 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 548 airports and airfields we list for Spain — 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 Zaragoza Airport
What is the ICAO code of Zaragoza Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Zaragoza Airport is LEZG, and its IATA code is ZAZ. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Zaragoza Airport above sea level?
Zaragoza Airport sits at an elevation of 863 feet (263 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Zaragoza Airport located?
The airport lies at 41.6662, -1.0415 — in Zaragoza, Aragón, Spain, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Aerodromo de Villanueva de Gallego, about 21 km away.
Does LEZG publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for LEZG 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 Zaragoza Airport?
Zaragoza Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 12R/30L, measures 12,198 ft (3718 m) with a ASP surface.