
International hub · Varna, Bulgaria
Varna
- Elevation
- 230 ft
- Coordinates
- 43°14′N 27°50′E
- Local time
- Europe/Sofia
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Field information
LBWN runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Varna (LBWN/VAR) has one runway, 09/27, 8,258 ft (2,517 m) long of concrete. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 8. Slot required: plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at LBWN, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Europe/Sofia
Country
Bulgaria
BG
Municipality
Varna
Elevation
230 ft
Position
43.2321, 27.8251
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Slots
Slot required
Runways · LBWN
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 8,258 ft (2,517 m) | 148 ft | concrete | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at LBWN.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Varna (LBWN / VAR) in Varna, Bulgaria, through one 24/7 OCC desk. LBWN 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 LBWN
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Bulgaria
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Bulgaria. Applicable permit lead times for Bulgaria 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 Bulgaria are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at LBWN
Direct FBO and handler coordination at LBWN covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at LBWN
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at LBWN is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to LBWN
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for LBWN: 43° 13′ 56″ N 27° 49′ 30″ E; elevation 230 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Varna
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Varna. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at LBWN.
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Cargo Operations at LBWN
Support for freighter operations into LBWN covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where LBWN sits in the network
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Operating into LBWN?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Varna — one desk for the whole trip.