Linköping City Airport

ESSL / LPI

Linköping, SE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
10:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
16 kt
270°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESSL 041020Z COR 27016KT CAVOK 06/M01 Q1020

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ESSL 040830Z 0409/0418 27013KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 13 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SSL
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
7,004 ft 148 ft ASP 112°
15.0 kt 5.5 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ESSL

7,881 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.6%
MVFR
26.3%
IFR
10.5%
LIFR
7.5%

Linköping City Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 18% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 1.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.1%
NE
9.2%
E
12.9%
SE
15.6%
S
16.6%
SW
16%
W
14.6%
NW
7.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.8°C
Range: -22°C to 22°C
-22°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,881 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Linköping City Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESSL
IATA Code: LPI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 172 ft MSL

Location

City: Linköping
Country: SE
Latitude: 58.406200°
Longitude: 15.680500°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 7,004 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Linköping City Airport

Overview

Linköping City Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in southeastern Sweden, situated at 58.406200N, 15.680500E with an elevation of 172 feet MSL. The airport supports regional aviation operations with its single runway 11/29, which measures 7,004 feet and is constructed of asphalt pavement.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly visual flight conditions, with 57.7% VFR days and 23.8% marginal VFR conditions. Seasonal temperature ranges from -13°C to 22°C, with an average of 4.9°C. Wind patterns are primarily southerly at 180 degrees, averaging 7.5 knots with occasional gusts up to 25 knots, and calm conditions occurring 1.6% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (11/29) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. Average crosswind components are relatively moderate at 4.8 knots, which provides consistent operational flexibility. The airport's modest elevation of 172 feet MSL suggests minimal terrain challenges for approaching aircraft.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. With an average visibility of 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (1.4%), pilots can expect generally reliable visual approach conditions. Runway 11/29 offers predictable wind characteristics, making it suitable for most general aviation and regional 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.