Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos (LGZA)
Medium airport · Zakynthos, Ionian Islands, Greece
Airport data
| Name | Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos |
|---|---|
| ICAO | LGZA |
| IATA | ZTH |
| Elevation | 12 ft (4 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 37°45'3" E 20°53'3" 37.75090, 20.88430 |
| Location | Zakynthos, Ionian Islands, Greece |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 7,310 ft (2228 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos at a glance
Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos is a medium airport in Zakynthos, Ionian Islands, Greece, known to airline systems as ZTH. The field elevation of 12 ft (4 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at LGZA 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, 16/34, offers 7,310 ft (2228 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 16 points roughly 160° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for LGZA 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 Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Andravida Air Base | LGAD | 41 km (22 NM) |
| Kefallinia Airport | LGKF | 53 km (29 NM) |
| Patras Araxos Agamemnon Airport | LGRX | 65 km (35 NM) |
| Kalamata Airport | LGKL | 126 km (68 NM) |
| Aktion National Airport | LGPZ | 131 km (71 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 12 ft field elevation of Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos 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 29 airports and airfields we list for Greece — 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 Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos
What is the ICAO code of Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos?
The ICAO identifier of Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos is LGZA, and its IATA code is ZTH. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos above sea level?
Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos sits at an elevation of 12 feet (4 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos located?
The airport lies at 37.7509, 20.8843 — in Zakynthos, Ionian Islands, Greece, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Andravida Air Base, about 41 km away.
Does LGZA publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for LGZA 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 Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos?
Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos has one runway. The longest, 16/34, measures 7,310 ft (2228 m) with a ASP surface.