Engadin Airport (Samedan).
Private aviation guide to Engadin Airport (Samedan): runway, opening hours, private terminals, routes and flight times.
- ICAO
- LSZS
- IATA
- SMV
- Serves
- St. Moritz
- Private terminal
- Yes
Flying private from SMV.
Engadin Airport (Samedan) (LSZS) is one of the main private aviation airports serving St. Moritz.
Samedan, at 1,707 m (5,600 ft) the highest airport in Europe, is the airport for St. Moritz and the Engadin valley.
Only crews who have completed the airport's mandatory online briefing may fly in, there is no night flying, and the approach is rated among the most demanding in the world because of terrain, wind and thin air.
Flights are operated by FOCA-licensed operators.
Engadin Airport (Samedan) at a glance.
| LSZS | |
|---|---|
| Longest runway | 03/21, 6,037 ft (1,840 m) |
| Opening hours | Summer 08:00 to 19:00 (local); winter 08:00 local to 30 minutes after sunset; no night operations |
| Customs and immigration | Yes, airport of entry |
| Distance | About 6 km (4 miles) northeast of St. Moritz |
| Rules for private jets | Only crews who have passed the airport's mandatory online briefing and test within the last 24 months may land or depart; aircraft must be of an approved noise class; no night operations; handling is mandatory |
Sources: AC-U-KWIK airport record, LSZS; Briefing Familiarization LSZS, Engadin Airport, 2025; Samedan Airport, Wikipedia (elevation, approach). Hours and rules change; your operator confirms them for the date you fly.
From SMV by private jet.
- Distance
- 51 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 25m
- One way
- from CHF 5.7k
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- 51 nm
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- One way
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- 59 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 26m
- One way
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- 67 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 28m
- One way
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- Distance
- 78 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 29m
- One way
- from CHF 5.7k
- Distance
- 78 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 29m
- One way
- from CHF 5.7k
Questions, answered
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Ask a specialistWhat are the opening hours of Engadin Airport (Samedan)?+
Summer 08:00 to 19:00 (local); winter 08:00 local to 30 minutes after sunset; no night operations.
How long is the runway at Engadin Airport (Samedan)?+
The longest runway is 03/21, 6,037 ft (1,840 m).
Are there special rules for private jets at Engadin Airport (Samedan)?+
Only crews who have passed the airport's mandatory online briefing and test within the last 24 months may land or depart; aircraft must be of an approved noise class; no night operations; handling is mandatory.
Does Engadin Airport (Samedan) have a private jet terminal?+
Yes. Private passengers use a dedicated terminal.
How early should I arrive at SMV?+
About 30 minutes before departure for domestic trips, an hour for international.
Can I fly a private jet from SMV today?+
Often yes, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
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