Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Egypt

HELXLXR

Luxor International Airport

Luxor, Egypt

ICAO

HELX

IATA

LXR

Category

International Hub

Elevation

276 ft

Country

Egypt

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at HELX

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Luxor International Airport (HELX / LXR) in Luxor, Egypt, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

HELX is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Egypt

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Egypt.

Applicable permit lead times for Egypt 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 Egypt are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at HELX

Direct FBO and handler coordination at HELX covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Luxor International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at HELX

Fuel on record at Luxor International Airport: Jet fuel only. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to HELX

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for HELX: 25° 40′ 16″ N 32° 42′ 22″ E; elevation 276 ft; local time UTC+2.

Crew & Passenger Services in Luxor

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Luxor.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at HELX.

Cargo Operations at HELX

Support for freighter operations into HELX covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Luxor International Airport

Latitude
25° 40′ 16″ N
Longitude
32° 42′ 22″ E
ICAO code
HELX
IATA code
LXR
Municipality
Luxor
Timezone
UTC+2
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To LXR?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for HELX.

Submit flight inquiry for HELX

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – HELX

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Luxor International Airport?

The ICAO code is HELX and the IATA code is LXR.

Is Jet A1 available at HELX?

Yes. Fuel on record at Luxor International Airport is Jet fuel only; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at HELX?

Luxor International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does HELX operate in?

Luxor International Airport operates on UTC+2.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for HELX?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for HELX.