Brno-Tuřany Airport (LKTB)
Medium airport · Brno, South Moravian Region, Czech Republic
Airport data
| Name | Brno-Tuřany Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | LKTB |
| IATA | BRQ |
| Elevation | 778 ft (237 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 49°9'5" E 16°41'38" 49.15128, 16.69397 |
| Location | Brno, South Moravian Region, Czech Republic |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 2,624 ft (800 m) | 98 ft | GRASS | No |
| 09/27 | 8,694 ft (2650 m) | 197 ft | CON | Yes |
Brno-Tuřany Airport at a glance
Brno-Tuřany Airport is a medium airport in Brno, South Moravian Region, Czech Republic, known to airline systems as BRQ. The field elevation of 778 ft (237 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at LKTB 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 — 09/27 — offers 8,694 ft (2650 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 09 points roughly 90° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for LKTB 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 Brno-Tuřany Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Náměšť Air Base | LKNA | 41 km (22 NM) |
| Kunovice Airport | LKKU | 56 km (30 NM) |
| Přerov Air Base | LKPO | 60 km (32 NM) |
| Malacky/Kuchyňa Air Base | LZMC | 89 km (48 NM) |
| Piešťany Airport | LZPP | 101 km (55 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Brno-Tuřany Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 778 ft field elevation of Brno-Tuřany 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 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 Brno-Tuřany Airport
What is the ICAO code of Brno-Tuřany Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Brno-Tuřany Airport is LKTB, and its IATA code is BRQ. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Brno-Tuřany Airport above sea level?
Brno-Tuřany Airport sits at an elevation of 778 feet (237 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Brno-Tuřany Airport located?
The airport lies at 49.1513, 16.6940 — in Brno, South Moravian Region, Czech Republic, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Náměšť Air Base, about 41 km away.
Does LKTB publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for LKTB 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 Brno-Tuřany Airport?
Brno-Tuřany Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 09/27, measures 8,694 ft (2650 m) with a CON surface.