Banja Luka International Airport

LQBK / BNX

Mahovljani, BA

Last Updated
Mar 5, 03:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
03:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
3 kt
300°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LQBK 050330Z 30003KT CAVOK 04/03 Q1026 NOSIG
QNH
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (400 ft)
Pressure Alt
18 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,206 ft
ISA Deviation: -10.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LQBK 042300Z 0500/0524 26005KT CAVOK TX16/0514Z TN03/0506Z PROB40 TEMPO 0502/0508 2000 BCFG TEMPO 0509/0515 32010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
09:00Z TEMPO
+6h
VFR 320° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
QBK
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 170°
2.3 kt 1.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LQBK

7,794 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.4%
MVFR
20.4%
IFR
10.6%
LIFR
11.6%

Banja Luka International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 4.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.7% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are October, March, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 4.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 8.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.7%
NE
5.1%
E
3.4%
SE
19.1%
S
10%
SW
3%
W
14%
NW
21.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.8°C
Range: -15°C to 31°C
-15°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 11.7%

Best Months for VFR

October March September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,794 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Banja Luka International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LQBK
IATA Code: BNX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 400 ft MSL

Location

City: Mahovljani
Country: BA
Latitude: 44.941399°
Longitude: 17.297501°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Banja Luka International Airport

Overview

Banja Luka International Airport serves the northwestern region of Bosnia and Herzegovina, located in Mahovljani at 400 feet mean sea level. The airport supports medium-sized aviation operations with a single 8,202-foot asphalt runway (16/34), strategically positioned near the city of Banja Luka.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 56% of the time, with marginal VFR and IFR conditions accounting for an additional 32.5% of observations. Temperature ranges from -15°C to 31°C, with an average of 7.2°C, suggesting significant seasonal variation. Wind patterns are characterized by northwest prevailing winds at an average of 4.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 23 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's elevation of 400 feet provides relatively low-altitude operations with minimal terrain challenges. Calm wind conditions occur 9.7% of the time, while the runway shows favorable wind alignment 100% of the time. Average crosswind on runway 16/34 is minimal at 2.3 knots, offering comfortable approach and landing conditions.

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the best VFR flying conditions, with consistently favorable weather patterns. Fog is present in 11.8% of observations, requiring pilots to be prepared for potential reduced visibility. The runway's substantial 8,202-foot length provides ample landing and takeoff space for medium-sized aircraft operations.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.