Landing strip Lukla (LKLUKL)
Flight rules
VFR
Type
Landing strip
Elevation
2170 ft
Current traffic
Calm
1
within 10 NM
- 1 commercial
Landing strip Lukla (LKLUKL): NOTAMs, AIP data (runways, frequencies, VFR points), airspace context around the ARP and METAR/TAF weather in one place. Information only; verify official sources before flight.
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AIP data – LKLUKL
Runways, frequencies, VFR navigation points and routes from AIP.
Runways
| Runway | GEO (°) | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 129.00° | 307 m × 15 m | - |
| 31 | 309.00° | 307 m × 15 m | - |
Frequencies
| Service | Callsign | MHz | Hours (UTC) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RADIO | LUKLA RADIO | 125.8300 | - | - |
Airspace – Lukla (LKLUKL)
Airspace context around the ARP — no route needed. Helps you see what you are flying into.
Outside CTR/ATZ — check nearby zones below
Flight plan
FPL usually optional (day VFR)
no CTR/ATZ at ARP
Arrival / departure
- Check nearby zones before arrival
- Avoid P / R / D zones or check activation
- For local day VFR, FPL is usually not mandatory
Nearby zones
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LKPR9 P approx. 8.6 NMLimits: FL95 – FL165Prohibited — avoid
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LKP8 P approx. 9.2 NMLimits: GND – 4000 ft AMSLProhibited — avoid
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LKP316 P approx. 9.2 NMLimits: GND – 120 m AGLProhibited — avoid
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LKP319 P approx. 13.5 NMLimits: GND – 120 m AGLProhibited — avoid
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LKD8 D approx. 4.8 NMLimits: GND – 500 ft AGLDanger — check activation
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LKTSA4 TSA approx. 10.5 NMLimits: GND – FL660Temporary segregated area
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LKTSA4D TSA approx. 10.5 NMLimits: GND – FL660Temporary segregated area
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LKTSA4C TSA approx. 12.8 NMLimits: GND – FL660Temporary segregated area
Educational hint based on zone geometry — not a substitute for AIP, AUP, FIS or ATS decisions. Verify current requirements before flight.
Aviation weather – LKLUKL
For date: 28.08.2026
Sunrise
06:15
Sunset
20:03
Day VFR flight: 05:45 - 20:33
No weather report for this airport. Nearest station below: LKKV — Karlovy Vary, approx. 46 km / 24.6 NM.
METAR
METAR LKKV 281300Z 31006KT 280V340 9999 SCT007 18/18 Q1015=
- Wiatr 310° 6 kt.
- Widoczność powyżej 9.999 km.
- Chmury: rozproszone chmury 700 ft.
- Temperatura 18°C.
- Punkt rosy 18°C.
- QNH 1015 hPa.
TAF
TAF LKKV 281100Z 2812/2912 24006KT CAVOK TEMPO 2812/2824 28014G28KT
6000 SHRA SCT045CB PROB30 TEMPO 2812/2823 31016G34KT 2000
TSRA BKN035CB=
- Prognoza ważna 28/12Z - 29/12Z.
- Wiatr 240° 6 kt.
- Widoczność powyżej 9.999 km.
- CAVOK.
- Trendy: Tymczasowo 28/12Z-28/24Z.
- Wiatr 280° 14 kt porywy do 28 kt.
- Widoczność 6 km.
- rozproszone chmury 4500 ft Cb (cumulonimbus).
- przelotne opady deszcz.
- Tymczasowo 28/12Z-28/23Z.
- Wiatr 310° 16 kt porywy do 34 kt.
- Widoczność 2 km.
- zachmurzenie przejściowe 3500 ft Cb (cumulonimbus).
- burzowe deszcz.
Clouds and visibility
Cloud base (ft) / Visibility (km)
Runways and wind
RWY 13/31
Wind from 310° · 6 kt
Source: IMGW. Last update: 28/08/2026, 15:30.
NOTAMs LKLUKL (Lukla)
NOTAM data updated: 27/08/2026.
Data is not for operational use. Always check NOTAMs in official sources.
All NOTAMs · LKLUKL NOTAMs on the list · Official NOTAM source (IBS)
No NOTAMs for this airport.
AIP charts and documents – LKLUKL
All AIP documents (2)
ADC
- VFR MAP LKLUKL (VFR CZ-VFR-2026-08-28)
VAC
- VFR LKLUKL (VFR CZ-VFR-2026-08-28)
Traffic over time
Collecting history — check back shortly.
GA seen in the last 24h at Lukla
No GA at this airport in the last 24h.
Data sources
- ANS CR VFR Manual Open - Lukla
Frequently asked questions
What is the current METAR and TAF for LKLUKL?
No own METAR/TAF for LKLUKL. Nearest station LKKV (approx. 46 km / 24.6 NM) (METAR: METAR LKKV 281300Z 31006KT 280V340 9999 SCT007 18/18 Q1015=) — Aviation weather section. Verify the official source before flight.
What radio frequencies does Lukla (LKLUKL) have?
From AIP, e.g.: RADIO 125.83 MHz (LUKLA RADIO). Details (hours, remarks) in the Frequencies section. Source: ANS CR VFR Manual / eAIP; verify currency before flight.
What runways does Lukla (LKLUKL) have?
From AIP data, e.g.: 13/31 (307 m) and 31/13 (307 m). Full table in the Runways section.
Current NOTAMs for LKLUKL – where to check them?
No NOTAMs in the snapshot for LKLUKL — check NOTAMs LKLUKL and official sources. This does not replace a briefing.
Does Lukla (LKLUKL) support IFR and VFR?
Lukla (LKLUKL) supports VFR traffic. AIP charts and documents — in the AIP charts and documents section.
What airspace is Lukla (LKLUKL) in?
The ARP of LKLUKL is outside CTR/ATZ — uncontrolled airspace nearby; check TMA, RMZ and R/P/D zones. Details and zone map — in the Airspace section.
Do I need a VFR flight plan to Lukla (LKLUKL)?
FPL usually optional (day VFR). Reason: no CTR/ATZ at ARP. This is an educational hint based on zone geometry — not a substitute for AIP, AUP or ATS decisions. More in the Airspace section.
How do I plan a VFR arrival to Lukla (LKLUKL)?
This page lists VFR points and routes (if published in AIP), METAR/TAF weather, and airspace context around the ARP in the Airspace section — Outside CTR/ATZ — check nearby zones below. FPL hint: FPL usually optional (day VFR). You can also draw the route in the VFR Planner with LKLUKL as destination or departure.