Prior permissionPPR is required here. A filed flight plan does not count as permission to use the airfield, so ask the airport first.
Airfield Status
Sligo Airport is a smaller airfield used by turboprops and air-taxi flights, handy for Sligo. The main runway is 10/28 - 1,072 m x 30 m asphalt. Customs is by arrangement, so ask for it when you ask for permission. You need permission before you land (PPR).
- Runway
- 10/28 - 1,072 m x 30 m asphalt
- Customs & immigration
- On request - 24 h prior notice to the airport operator
- Opening hours
- 08:00–21:30 local, with air traffic control in morning, afternoon and evening sessions. Night operations by arrangement with 24 h notice
- Prior permission (PPR)
- Required
- Telephone
- +353 71 916 8280
Hours are as the airport publishes them, and we last checked on 30 Sep 2026. They do change, so ring the airport or ask your operator before you set off. Source
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Arrival Protocol
Airport Road, Strandhill, Co. Sligo, F91 W53K. The nearest major city is Sligo.
The directions button takes you to the airport's spot on the map.
Ground Movement: journey times to the airport
By road from the middle of each city, without traffic. Allow extra at busy times and for the final approach to the aviation terminal.
| From | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sligo | 15 min | 6 mi · 10 km |
| Donegal | 1 hr 5 min | 46 mi · 74 km |
| Knock | 1 hr 10 min | 45 mi · 73 km |
Routes: OSRM, with map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Handling & FBO
These are the handling companies the airport lists for private and business aircraft. Handling is compulsory here, so you will need to use one.
See the full handling and FBO page, or download the directions PDF.
Operational Notes
PPR is mandatory for all flights (ATC +353 71 916 8461). GAR forms are required for international flights: 12 h before for EU/Northern Ireland, 24 h for non-EU. Jet A1 and Avgas available.
Local businesses
Handling companies and FBOs are on the handling page.
Hotels, restaurants, chauffeurs and other services near Sligo Airport will be listed here. Run a business nearby? Get listed.
Other airports nearby
Straight-line miles, not road miles.