Galway Airport (EICM) — Former Airfield
Galway Airport served Galway, Ireland but is recorded as closed in the OurAirports reference data. This page documents the airfield's location and key facts for reference.
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Basic information about airport
| Airport code: | EICM |
|---|---|
| Type: | closed |
| Continent: | EU |
| Country code: | IE |
| Country: | Ireland |
| City | Galway |
| Longitude: | -8.9416 |
| Latitude: | 53.3002 |
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Key facts about the former airfield
The site lies at 53.3002, -8.9416, at an elevation of 81 ft (25 m). In its operational days the field had one runway. The nearest airport with scheduled passenger flights is Connemara Regional Airport (NNR), about 36 km (22 mi) away in a straight line.
Frequently asked questions about Galway Airport
Is Galway Airport still open?
No. Galway Airport is listed as closed in the OurAirports reference data, and it no longer handles scheduled traffic. The nearest airport with scheduled passenger flights is Connemara Regional Airport (NNR), about 36 km (22 mi) away in a straight line.
What were the codes of Galway Airport?
The airfield was listed under EICM (ICAO). Historic codes can remain in databases and old documents long after a field closes.
Can I still see air traffic near Galway Airport?
Yes. The live map on this page shows current air traffic over the surrounding area in real time; click it to load the radar view.
Where was Galway Airport located?
The site lies at 53.3002, -8.9416, near Galway, Ireland.