Luxembourg-Findel International Airport

ELLX / LUX

Luxembourg, LU

Last Updated
Jun 17, 08:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
08:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
7 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ELLX 170850Z 25007KT 190V330 9999 FEW030 23/11 Q1021 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,234 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,234 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Luxembourg-Findel International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 7 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
980 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,234 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,002 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,258 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ELLX 170500Z 1706/1812 24007KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:12Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 7 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LLX
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
13,130 ft 148 ft ASPHALT 57°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ELLX

12,737 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
58.2%
MVFR
15.9%
IFR
9.9%
LIFR
15.9%

Luxembourg-Findel International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 25.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
10.9%
N
5.8%
S
20.7%
W
13.6%
NE
19.8%
NW
4.6%
SE
8.9%
SW
15.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.1°C
Range: -6°C to 29°C
-6°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 11%

Best Months for VFR

April May March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 12,737 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Luxembourg-Findel International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ELLX
IATA Code: LUX
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,234 ft MSL

Location

City: Luxembourg
Country: LU
Latitude: 49.623333°
Longitude: 6.204444°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 13,130 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASPHALT
ILS: No

About Luxembourg-Findel International Airport

Overview

Luxembourg-Findel International Airport serves as the primary international airport for the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, located in the southern part of the country near the capital city. Situated at an elevation of 1234 feet MSL, the airport plays a critical role in supporting both commercial passenger and cargo operations in the European air transportation network.

Flying Conditions

Luxembourg's airport experiences moderate continental weather patterns with potential variability throughout the year. The airport's elevation at 1234 feet and geographical location can produce challenging wind conditions, particularly during transitional seasons, which pilots should anticipate when planning approaches and departures.

Notable Features

The airport features a single significant runway (06/24) measuring 13,130 feet in length, constructed of asphalt and capable of supporting large commercial aircraft operations. Its substantial runway length provides flexibility for various aircraft types and helps mitigate potential crosswind challenges given the airport's geographical positioning.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should be prepared for potential wind shifts when operating on the 06/24 runway, which runs approximately east-northeast to west-southwest. The extensive runway length of 13,130 feet offers considerable operational margins for most aircraft classes, providing additional safety and performance benefits during landing and takeoff procedures.

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.