Ambri: introduction
Ambri Airport is a Swiss general aviation airport. It is located in the Alpine valley near the village of Ambri in the canton of Ticino.
In addition to serving the surrounding region, Ambri Airport houses a gliding school, a helicopter base and has sufficient visual flight rules.
AEROAFFAIRES tells you everything you need to know about organising your flight from Ambri Airport.
History of Ambri Airport
During the Second World War, the airport served as a base for the Swiss Air Force. The mountains surrounding the airport were home to bunkers, which housed tactical buildings, fighter planes and troops.
In 1994, the Swiss Air Force base was deactivated and the airfield was converted into a civilian airport.
Practical information about Ambri Airport
The airport has a single, asphalt runway of 1,990 metres in length.
Coordinates of Ambri Airport
- Airport Code : LSPM
- Latitude : 46° 30′ 47″ N
- Longitude : 8° 41′ 22E
Location and access to Ambri Airport
- Address: 6775 Quinto, Switzerland, Ambri Airport
- Coordinates: 46°30′47″ north, 8°41′22″ east
- Altitude: 980 m
- Access: The airport is bordered on the north by the A2 motorway and on the south by the Gotthard railway.
It will take you an average of 5 minutes to reach the village of Ambri.
AEROAFFAIRES will be happy to reserve a car with a driver for you. Whatever type of car you need (Mercedes S-Class, VIANO, Limousine), its driver will be waiting for you on your arrival and will drive you to your meeting place, or will be at your disposal during your stay.
Recommendations on the city of Ambri
Where to stay in Ambri?
AEROAFFAIRES recommends that you stay at The Chedi Andermatt Set amidst the beautiful nature of the Swiss Alps, you can relax in the hotel’s wellness centre. You can also enjoy the many restaurants, one of which features a spacious cheese cellar and another serves Japanese cuisine.
What to do in Ambri
The Piora Valley is one of the most unique natural areas and offers many opportunities to get away from it all and enjoy the unspoilt scenery on walks and hikes.
You can get to the Piora Valley with the famous Ritom funicular, one of the steepest in the world.
