Debrecen International Airport (LHDC)
Large airport · Debrecen, Hajdu-Bihar County, Hungary
Airport data
| Name | Debrecen International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | LHDC |
| IATA | DEB |
| Elevation | 359 ft (109 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 47°29'22" E 21°36'59" 47.48947, 21.61628 |
| Location | Debrecen, Hajdu-Bihar County, Hungary |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04R/22L | 8,196 ft (2498 m) | 131 ft | CON | Yes |
Debrecen International Airport at a glance
Debrecen International Airport is a large airport in Debrecen, Hajdu-Bihar County, Hungary, known to airline systems as DEB. The field elevation of 359 ft (109 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at LHDC 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, 04R/22L, offers 8,196 ft (2498 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 04R points roughly 40° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for LHDC 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 Debrecen International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oradea International Airport | LROD | 56 km (30 NM) |
| Satu Mare International Airport | LRSM | 98 km (53 NM) |
| Szolnok Air Base | LHSN | 112 km (60 NM) |
| Košice International Airport | LZKZ | 133 km (72 NM) |
| Uzhhorod International Airport | UKLU | 136 km (73 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Debrecen International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 359 ft field elevation of Debrecen 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 10 airports and airfields we list for Hungary — 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 Debrecen International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Debrecen International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Debrecen International Airport is LHDC, and its IATA code is DEB. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Debrecen International Airport above sea level?
Debrecen International Airport sits at an elevation of 359 feet (109 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Debrecen International Airport located?
The airport lies at 47.4895, 21.6163 — in Debrecen, Hajdu-Bihar County, Hungary, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Oradea International Airport, about 56 km away.
Does LHDC publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for LHDC 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 Debrecen International Airport?
Debrecen International Airport has one runway. The longest, 04R/22L, measures 8,196 ft (2498 m) with a CON surface.