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High-altitude alpine gateway to the Swiss Engadin valley.
Opened
1923
Location
Samedan, Switzerland
Engadin Airport, officially known as Samedan Airport, is a small regional airport located in the Upper Engadin valley of the Swiss canton of Graubünden. Situated at an elevation of approximately 1,707 metres (5,600 feet) above sea level, it is one of the highest airports in Europe.
The airport primarily serves general aviation, private jets, and seasonal charter flights, catering largely to wealthy visitors traveling to the nearby luxury resort of St. Moritz. It sees heightened activity during the winter ski season and summer tourism periods.
Due to its high altitude and surrounding mountain terrain, operations require specialized pilot training and the airport imposes specific weather and visibility requirements. It has no scheduled commercial airline service but remains an important gateway for private and business aviation in the region.
Terminals
The airport has a small single terminal facility primarily designed to handle general aviation and private jet passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to St. Moritz and surrounding Engadin villages is available by taxi and private transfer, with the Samedan railway station also nearby.
Airlines here
No major scheduled commercial airlines operate from Engadin Airport; it is served primarily by private and charter operators.
Notable facts
- ›At approximately 1,707 metres elevation, it is one of the highest airports in Europe.
- ›The airport opened in 1923, making it one of Switzerland's oldest airports.
- ›It serves as an important hub for private jets and business aviation serving the St. Moritz luxury market.
- ›Pilots must complete special training and certification due to the challenging alpine terrain surrounding the airport.
- ›The airport experiences its busiest periods during the winter ski season when wealthy visitors arrive for St. Moritz.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
