Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Portugal

LPPROPO

Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport

Porto, Portugal

ICAO

LPPR

IATA

OPO

Category

International Hub

Elevation

228 ft

Country

Portugal

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at LPPR

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (LPPR / OPO) in Porto, Portugal, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

LPPR 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 – Portugal

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

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

Ground Handling at LPPR

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

Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at LPPR

Fuel on record at Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport: Jet fuel. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to LPPR

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

Planning reference for LPPR: 41° 14′ 53″ N 8° 40′ 52″ W; elevation 228 ft; local time UTC+0.

Crew & Passenger Services in Porto

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

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

Cargo Operations at LPPR

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

Field Information

Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport

Latitude
41° 14′ 53″ N
Longitude
8° 40′ 52″ W
ICAO code
LPPR
IATA code
OPO
Municipality
Porto
Timezone
UTC+0
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 8
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To OPO?

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

Submit flight inquiry for LPPR

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – LPPR

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport?

The ICAO code is LPPR and the IATA code is OPO.

Is Jet A1 available at LPPR?

Yes. Fuel on record at Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport is Jet fuel; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at LPPR?

Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8.

What time zone does LPPR operate in?

Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport operates on UTC+0.

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

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 LPPR.