Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava (LKMT)
Large airport · Mošnov, Moravian-Silesian Region, Czech Republic
Airport data
| Name | Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava |
|---|---|
| ICAO | LKMT |
| IATA | OSR |
| Elevation | 844 ft (257 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 49°41'47" E 18°6'40" 49.69630, 18.11110 |
| Location | Mošnov, Moravian-Silesian Region, Czech Republic |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 11,484 ft (3500 m) | 207 ft | CON | Yes |
Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava at a glance
Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava is a large airport in Mošnov, Moravian-Silesian Region, Czech Republic, known to airline systems as OSR. The field elevation of 844 ft (257 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at LKMT 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, 04/22, offers 11,484 ft (3500 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 04 points roughly 40° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for LKMT 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 Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Přerov Air Base | LKPO | 59 km (32 NM) |
| Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport | LZZI | 63 km (34 NM) |
| Kunovice Airport | LKKU | 89 km (48 NM) |
| Katowice Wojciech Korfanty International Airport | EPKT | 111 km (60 NM) |
| Brno-Tuřany Airport | LKTB | 119 km (64 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 844 ft field elevation of Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava 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 14 airports and airfields we list for Czech Republic — 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 Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava
What is the ICAO code of Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava?
The ICAO identifier of Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava is LKMT, and its IATA code is OSR. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava above sea level?
Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava sits at an elevation of 844 feet (257 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava located?
The airport lies at 49.6963, 18.1111 — in Mošnov, Moravian-Silesian Region, Czech Republic, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Přerov Air Base, about 59 km away.
Does LKMT publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for LKMT 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 Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava?
Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava has one runway. The longest, 04/22, measures 11,484 ft (3500 m) with a CON surface.