Private jet rental in Locarno

Locarno: introduction

Locarno Airport, also known as Locarno-Magadino Airport, is an airport located near the city of Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland.

It is a mixed airport, both civil and military.

History of Locarno Airport

• 1939: opening of the civil section of the airport
• 1940: opening of the military section
• 1941: since then, the Swiss Air Force has used it for basic training of military pilot

AEROAFFAIRES tells you everything you need to know about organising your flight from Locarno Airport.

Location & access to Locarno airport

• Address: Locarno Airport, Switzerland
• Coordinates: 46° 10′ 1.196″ North / 8° 47′ 39.351″ East
• Altitude: 198 metres
• Access : Located 7 kilometres east of the town of Locarno, the airport is easily accessible.

AEROAFFAIRES will be happy to reserve a vehicle 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.

Practical information about Locarno airport

The airport has three runways:

• a paved runway, 800 metres long
• a grass runway, 780 metres long
• a second grass runway, 780 metres long

Locarno airport coordinates

• Airport Code : LSMO
• Latitude: 46° 10′ 1.196″ N
• Longitude : 8° 47′ 39.351″ E

Recommendations on the city of Locarno

Where to stay in Locarno?

AEROAFFAIRES recommends that you stay at the Hôtel Giardino Ascona . Surrounded by a Mediterranean garden, the hotel has two renowned restaurants, a spa area and an 18-hole golf course.

What to do in Locarno?

There are many lakes to visit in Locarno, including the Verzasca Valley. This idyllic valley is surrounded by a mountainous landscape. Its deep, gentle gorges and pools will leave you breathless for a moment.