Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport (LZZI)
Medium airport · Dolný Hričov, Žilina Region, Slovakia
Airport data
| Name | Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | LZZI |
| IATA | ILZ |
| Elevation | 1,020 ft (311 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 49°13'60" E 18°36'48" 49.23329, 18.61339 |
| Location | Dolný Hričov, Žilina Region, Slovakia |
| Scheduled service | No |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 3,773 ft (1150 m) | 98 ft | CON | Yes |
Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport at a glance
Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport is a medium airport in Dolný Hričov, Žilina Region, Slovakia, known to airline systems as ILZ. The field elevation of 1,020 ft (311 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at LZZI are all figured from it. There is no scheduled airline service listed here — typical traffic is general aviation, training and local operations.
The single runway, 06/24, offers 3,773 ft (1150 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 06 points roughly 60° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for LZZI 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 Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava | LKMT | 63 km (34 NM) |
| Sliač Airport | LZSL | 76 km (41 NM) |
| Kunovice Airport | LKKU | 88 km (48 NM) |
| Piešťany Airport | LZPP | 89 km (48 NM) |
| Přerov Air Base | LKPO | 90 km (49 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 1,020 ft field elevation of Žilina-Dolný Hričov 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 7 airports and airfields we list for Slovakia — 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 Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport
What is the ICAO code of Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport is LZZI, and its IATA code is ILZ. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport above sea level?
Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport sits at an elevation of 1,020 feet (311 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport located?
The airport lies at 49.2333, 18.6134 — in Dolný Hričov, Žilina Region, Slovakia, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava, about 63 km away.
Does LZZI publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for LZZI 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 Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport?
Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport has one runway. The longest, 06/24, measures 3,773 ft (1150 m) with a CON surface.