Brindisi Airport

LIBR / BDS

Brindisi, IT

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
20:20Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
2 kt
Variable
4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIBR 042020Z VRB02KT 4000 BR NSC 11/10 Q1027

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LIBR 041700Z 0418/0518 VRB05KT 8000 SCT020 TEMPO 0500/0507 3000 BCFG BKN005 BECMG 0508/0510 33012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:50Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km
00:00Z TEMPO
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Patches Fog
08:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 330° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IBR
05
23
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 5,892 ft 148 ft ASP 53° No wind data
13/31 10,000 ft 148 ft ASP 137° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIBR

7,644 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.6%
MVFR
15.4%
IFR
2.2%
LIFR
0.7%

Brindisi Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from 0°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
20.5%
NE
4.8%
E
4.6%
SE
6.1%
S
23.8%
SW
9.7%
W
13.8%
NW
16.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.8°C
Range: 0°C to 31°C
0°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.3 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 7,644 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Brindisi Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIBR
IATA Code: BDS
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 47 ft MSL

Location

City: Brindisi
Country: IT
Latitude: 40.657600°
Longitude: 17.947001°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 5,892 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Brindisi Airport

Overview

Brindisi Airport (LIBR) is a large airport located in Puglia, southeastern Italy, serving the Brindisi metropolitan area. Positioned at 40.657600N, 17.947001E with an elevation of 47 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. Its strategic coastal location makes it significant for both commercial and potential military aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Southern Italian coastal environments typically present variable wind conditions, which pilots should anticipate when operating at this airport. The two substantial asphalt runways - 05/23 at 5,892 feet and 13/31 at 10,000 feet - provide considerable operational flexibility for different aircraft types and wind scenarios. The relatively low elevation and coastal positioning suggest potential for sea-level meteorological interactions.

Notable Features

Brindisi Airport's dual runway configuration offers significant operational advantages, with the longer 13/31 runway providing extended capabilities for larger aircraft. The 10,000-foot runway length accommodates a wide range of aircraft types, from regional commuters to larger international carriers. Its southeastern Italian location implies potential for crosswind and Mediterranean maritime meteorological influences.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31, being the longer and more substantial runway, likely represents the primary approach vector for most aircraft operations. The 5,892-foot 05/23 runway provides a secondary approach option with complementary orientation. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime wind patterns and be prepared for potential wind-related approach adjustments given the airport's coastal geographic context.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.