International hub · Akureyri, Iceland
Akureyri
- Elevation
- 6 ft
- Coordinates
- 65°39′N 18°04′W
- Local time
- Atlantic/Reykjavik
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Field information
BIAR runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Akureyri (BIAR/AEY) has one runway, 01/19, 8,858 ft (2,700 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 6. Operating hours: 0900-1800Z (O/R limited). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at BIAR, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Atlantic/Reykjavik
Country
Iceland
IS
Municipality
Akureyri
Elevation
6 ft
Position
65.6566, -18.0720
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 6
Operating hours
0900-1800Z (O/R limited)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · BIAR
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 8,858 ft (2,700 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at BIAR.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Akureyri (BIAR / AEY) in Akureyri, Iceland, through one 24/7 OCC desk. BIAR is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at BIAR
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Iceland
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Iceland. Applicable permit lead times for Iceland are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Iceland are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at BIAR
Direct FBO and handler coordination at BIAR covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at BIAR
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at BIAR is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to BIAR
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for BIAR: 65° 39′ 24″ N 18° 4′ 19″ W; elevation 6 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Akureyri
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Akureyri. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at BIAR.
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Cargo Operations at BIAR
Support for freighter operations into BIAR covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where BIAR sits in the network
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Operating into BIAR?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Akureyri — one desk for the whole trip.