Billund Airport

EKBI / BLL

Billund, DK

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
21:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -3°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EKBI 042120Z 00000KT 9999 MIFG NSC M02/M03 Q1028

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EKBI 042027Z 0421/0521 28004KT CAVOK BECMG 0508/0511 14010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 4 kt
Visibility: >10km
08:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR 140° 10 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KBI
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 10,172 ft 148 ft ASP 87°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
87° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EKBI

7,696 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
43.3%
MVFR
25.7%
IFR
16.6%
LIFR
14.4%

Billund Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 43.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 31% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 1.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.2%
NE
5.3%
E
28.6%
SE
14.5%
S
17.2%
SW
13.6%
W
11.1%
NW
3.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.7°C
Range: -17°C to 22°C
-17°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5%

Best Months for VFR

September March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 7,696 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Billund Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EKBI
IATA Code: BLL
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 247 ft MSL

Location

City: Billund
Country: DK
Latitude: 55.740335°
Longitude: 9.157019°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 10,172 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Billund Airport

Overview

Billund Airport serves as a significant transportation hub in central Denmark, located in the Jutland region. As a large airport with a substantial runway length of 10,172 feet, it supports commercial, charter, and general aviation operations. The airport's elevation at 247 feet above mean sea level provides relatively stable approach conditions in this part of Denmark.

Flying Conditions

The airport's mid-latitude coastal location typically experiences variable wind conditions that can impact approach and departure strategies. Being situated at a moderate elevation, Billund Airport generally encounters standard maritime weather patterns characteristic of Denmark, with potential for rapidly changing meteorological conditions. Seasonal variations should be carefully considered during flight planning.

Notable Features

Positioned at coordinates 55.740335, 9.157019, Billund Airport is surrounded by relatively flat terrain typical of the Jutland peninsula. The single asphalt runway (09/27) provides substantial operational flexibility with its extensive 10,172-foot length, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types. The airport's geographic position offers relatively straightforward navigation approaches from multiple directions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 allows for approaches from both east and west, with wind conditions likely influencing active runway selection. The long runway length provides significant margin for diverse aircraft performance characteristics, supporting safe operations across various weather scenarios. Pilots should anticipate standard instrument approach procedures consistent with Danish aviation regulations.

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.