IATA CodeFUE
ICAO CodeGCFV
CountrySpain Spain
Aerial view of Fuerteventura Airport (FUE) in El Matorral

El Matorral, Spain

Location

UTC

Timezone

28.4527 N, -13.8638 W

Coordinates

85 ft (26 m)

Elevation

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What is Fuerteventura Airport?

Fuerteventura Airport (FUE/GCFV) is Large Airport serving El Matorral in Spain. Located at coordinates 28.4527 N, 13.8638 W, the airport sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. Operating in the UTC timezone, the airport offers scheduled commercial flights to various destinations.

Current Weather

19°C
Clear
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Feels Like 10°C

Humidity83%
Wind23 km/h
Visibility10 km

Local Time

22:52:49

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Timezone Information

Local Timezone
UTC
Region: Spain
Continent: Africa
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Where is Fuerteventura Airport on Map?

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Geographic Information

HemisphereNorthern Hemisphere
ContinentAfrica
CountrySpain Spain (ES)
CityEl Matorral
Latitude28.4527
Longitude-13.8638
Coordinates28.4527° N, 13.8638° W
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
GPS CodeGCFV
Region CodeES-CN

Location Map

Map of Fuerteventura Airport

Runways at Fuerteventura Airport

Fuerteventura Airport has 2 runway(s). Below you can find detailed information about each runway including dimensions and surface type.

01/19
Primary
Length
3,535 m11,598 ft
Width
45 m148 ft
Surface
Asphalt
01/19
Runway 2
Length
3,535 m11,598 ft
Width
45 m148 ft
Surface
Asphalt

Terminals at Fuerteventura Airport

Fuerteventura Airport has 1 terminal(s). Below you can find the list of terminals and buildings at this airport.

Terminal de Carga

Radio Frequencies at Fuerteventura Airport

Communication frequencies for pilots and aviation personnel at Fuerteventura Airport. These frequencies are used for air traffic control, ground operations, and airport information services.

TypeFrequencyDescription
APP129.300 MHzCANARIAS APP
ATIS118.650 MHzATIS
GND121.700 MHzGND
TWR118.500 MHzTWR
Fuerteventura Airport

About Fuerteventura Airport

Fuerteventura Airport, also known as El Matorral Airport, is an airport serving the Spanish island of Fuerteventura. It is situated in El Matorral, 5 km (3 mi) southwest of the capital city Puerto del Rosario. The airport has flight connections to over 80 destinations worldwide, and over 5.6 million passengers passed through it in 2019.

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Airport Analysis for Fuerteventura Airport

Category
Large airport
Airport classification type
Altitude
Low
85 ft (26 m)
Service Status
Scheduled Flights Available
Regular scheduled flights operate at this airport
Direction Compass
NorthWest
Hemisphere position
Continent
Africa
Geographic region
Coordinate Position
Northern Hemisphere, Western Meridian
Geographic coordinate information

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TíasCanary Islands
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NazaretCanary Islands
71 km1 h 11 m drive
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74 km1 h 14 m drive
HaríaCanary Islands
85 km1 h 25 m drive

Closest States to Fuerteventura Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions

The IATA code for Fuerteventura Airport is FUE. The ICAO code is GCFV. These codes are used by airlines, travel agencies, and passengers to identify the airport in booking systems.
Where is Fuerteventura Airport located?
Fuerteventura Airport is located in El Matorral, Spain. The airport's coordinates are 28.4527 N, -13.8638 W.
What is the timezone at Fuerteventura Airport?
Fuerteventura Airport operates in the UTC timezone.
What is the elevation of Fuerteventura Airport?
Fuerteventura Airport is located at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level.