Samedan Airport (Engadin)
Europe's highest airport serving the glamorous St. Moritz ski resort at 5,600ft elevation. The natural gateway for VIP arrivals to Switzerland's most exclusive Alpine playground.
Search aircraft on LineaumSamedan Airport (SMV), also known as Engadin Airport, is Europe’s highest airport at 5,600ft elevation. Located just 5km from St. Moritz in the Engadin valley, SMV is the natural gateway for VIP arrivals to Switzerland’s most exclusive Alpine playground.
The airport’s 1,800m runway combined with high-altitude operations limits aircraft to light and midsize jets plus turboprops like the Pilatus PC-12 (the workhorse of high-altitude alpine private aviation). Heavy and ultra-long-range aircraft position into Zurich (ZRH) or Milan Linate (LIN), with onward helicopter or ground transport to St. Moritz.
Operations are daylight only (typically 08:00 to 17:00), with no night flights permitted due to surrounding terrain. Peak demand runs December through March for ski season, with Christmas/New Year, the St. Moritz Polo World Cup on Snow (January), and White Turf horse racing weekends being the highest-pressure windows.
- Distance
- 5km from St. Moritz
- Runway
- 1,800m / 5,906ft
- Operating
- Daylight operations; confirm current airport, PPR and seasonal requirements.
- Fuel
- Jet A-1
- Customs
- Customs and immigration arrangements should be confirmed; detailed current availability is not assumed.
- FBOs
- 1 listed
Private aviation suitability
Engadin Airport at Samedan is a high-altitude Alpine airport serving St Moritz, with daylight, weather, terrain and aircraft-performance constraints.
- St Moritz and Engadine access
- specialist Alpine itineraries
- turboprop and selected light or midsize operations
Key operational facts
Airport access and operating details should be confirmed for the aircraft and requested date.
- Runway summary
- 1,800m / 5,906ft
- Published hours
- Daylight operations; confirm current airport, PPR and seasonal requirements.
- Fuel
- Jet A-1
- Customs
- Customs and immigration arrangements should be confirmed; detailed current availability is not assumed.
- ICAO
- LSZS
- IATA
- SMV
Runway information
Runway dimensions are one part of an aircraft performance assessment; weather, weight, temperature, runway condition and operator approvals also matter.
- Identifier
- 03/21
- Length
- 1,800m
- Surface
- Asphalt
Slots, PPR and operating context
Coordination requirements can vary by movement, season and airport procedure.
- PPR
- PPR or other approval requirements must be confirmed for the movement and aircraft.
- Other constraints
- High elevation, terrain, daylight, winter weather, runway condition and crew or aircraft qualification are decisive.
FBO and handling
The providers listed here are identified in airport or authority information; confirm current availability and services for the movement.
Engadin Airport Services
- Handling
- Fuel
- De-icing
Aircraft suitability
Aircraft selection remains subject to performance calculations, passenger and baggage requirements, weather, runway condition and operator approval.
- turboprops and selected light or midsize aircraft where performance permits
High-altitude performance, weather, runway condition, daylight, approvals and operator qualification must be confirmed.
Access to St. Moritz
Ground transfer times are approximate and traffic-dependent.
- Distance
- 5km from St Moritz
- Planning note
- The airport is the Engadine gateway; onward resort transfer times depend on weather and road conditions.
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Frequently asked questions: SMV
What aircraft can land at Samedan?
The 1,800m runway and 5,600ft elevation limits operations to light and midsize jets plus turboprops. Heavy and ultra-long-range aircraft use Zurich (ZRH) 2 hours away or Milan Linate, with onward helicopter or ground transport to St. Moritz.
What are the operating restrictions at Samedan?
SMV operates daylight only (08:00 to 17:00 typically), with no night operations permitted due to terrain. Crew certification is required given the high-altitude approach. Weather sensitivity is high in winter.
When is St. Moritz busiest?
Peak ski season runs late December through March, with Christmas/New Year and the White Turf horse racing weekends being highest-pressure periods. The St. Moritz Polo World Cup on Snow in January also drives major demand.
Can I use helicopters from Samedan?
Yes. Heliski operations and inter-resort transfers operate from Samedan and adjacent helipads. Particularly popular for clients combining Verbier, Zermatt, and St. Moritz in a single Swiss ski itinerary.
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