Gibraltar Airport (LXGB)
Large airport · Gibraltar, (unassigned), Gibraltar
Airport data
| Name | Gibraltar Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | LXGB |
| IATA | GIB |
| Elevation | 12 ft (4 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 36°9'6" W 5°20'59" 36.15168, -5.34978 |
| Location | Gibraltar, (unassigned), Gibraltar |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 6,000 ft (1829 m) | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Gibraltar Airport at a glance
Gibraltar Airport is a large airport in Gibraltar, (unassigned), Gibraltar, known to airline systems as GIB. The field elevation of 12 ft (4 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at LXGB 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, 09/27, offers 6,000 ft (1829 m) of asp 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 LXGB 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 Gibraltar Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| AeroSidonia | ES-0018 | 62 km (33 NM) |
| Sania Ramel Airport | GMTN | 62 km (33 NM) |
| Ronda | ES-0071 | 69 km (37 NM) |
| Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport | GMTT | 69 km (37 NM) |
| Aeródromo privado "Villamartin2" | ES-0206 | 78 km (42 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Gibraltar Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 12 ft field elevation of Gibraltar 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 1 airports and airfields we list for Gibraltar — 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 Gibraltar Airport
What is the ICAO code of Gibraltar Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Gibraltar Airport is LXGB, and its IATA code is GIB. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Gibraltar Airport above sea level?
Gibraltar Airport 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 Gibraltar Airport located?
The airport lies at 36.1517, -5.3498 — in Gibraltar, (unassigned), Gibraltar, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is AeroSidonia, about 62 km away.
Does LXGB publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for LXGB 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 Gibraltar Airport?
Gibraltar Airport has one runway. The longest, 09/27, measures 6,000 ft (1829 m) with a ASP surface.