Sion.
Private aviation guide to Sion: runway, opening hours, private terminals, routes and flight times.
- ICAO
- LSGS
- IATA
- SIR
- Serves
- Sion and Verbier
- Private terminal
- Yes
Flying private from SIR.
Sion (LSGS) is one of the main private aviation airports serving Sion and Verbier.
Sion is the main airport of the Valais and the usual private jet arrival point for the canton's ski resorts, with a 2,000 m runway that takes most business jets.
Crews flying instruments must hold a special airport qualification and handling is compulsory, so operators should confirm both when the trip is booked.
Flights are operated by FOCA-licensed operators.
Sion at a glance.
| LSGS | |
|---|---|
| Longest runway | 07/25, 6,562 ft (2,000 m) |
| Opening hours | April to September 07:00 to sunset, 20:00 at the latest; October to March 08:00 to sunset, 20:00 at the latest (local); outside these hours by prior permission |
| Customs and immigration | Yes, airport of entry, with customs and immigration during airport hours and on request outside them |
| Distance | About 2.5 km (1.5 miles) southwest of central Sion |
| Private terminals | Handling agents: Aéroport de Sion, Signature Flight Support and Alpine Jet Services |
| Rules for private jets | Handling mandatory for visiting aircraft over 3 tonnes; IFR crews need a Type A or B airport qualification; APU use limited to 15 minutes before departure and 10 minutes after arrival; flights outside opening hours need prior permission by set deadlines |
Sources: AC-U-KWIK airport record, LSGS; Swiss AIP LS AD 2 LSGS, AIRAC 13 June 2024, published by Sion Airport (hours, handling, customs, restrictions); FBOs at Sion Airport, acejet (Signature Flight Support). Hours and rules change; your operator confirms them for the date you fly.
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Questions, answered
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Ask a specialistWhat are the opening hours of Sion?+
April to September 07:00 to sunset, 20:00 at the latest; October to March 08:00 to sunset, 20:00 at the latest (local); outside these hours by prior permission.
How long is the runway at Sion?+
The longest runway is 07/25, 6,562 ft (2,000 m).
Are there special rules for private jets at Sion?+
Handling mandatory for visiting aircraft over 3 tonnes; IFR crews need a Type A or B airport qualification; APU use limited to 15 minutes before departure and 10 minutes after arrival; flights outside opening hours need prior permission by set deadlines.
Does Sion have a private jet terminal?+
Yes. Private passengers use a dedicated terminal.
How early should I arrive at SIR?+
About 30 minutes before departure for domestic trips, an hour for international.
Can I fly a private jet from SIR today?+
Often yes, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
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