Vágar Airport (FAE) lies on the island of the same name in the west of the Faroes and is the archipelago's only airport. Atlantic Airways connects the islands year-round with Copenhagen as well as destinations such as Reykjavik, Edinburgh and Paris, complemented by SAS on the Copenhagen route. There are no dedicated freighter flights and air cargo travels as belly freight mainly via Copenhagen (CPH); most goods, including salmon exports, move by sea via Tórshavn.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of Vágar Airport?▼

The IATA code of Vágar Airport is FAE. This three-letter code is used for unique airport identification in international air transport.

Where is Vágar Airport located?▼

Vágar Airport is located in Vágar, FO.

What is the ICAO code of Vágar Airport?▼

The ICAO code of Vágar Airport is EKVG. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of Vágar Airport?▼

Vágar Airport is at an elevation of 85 meters (280 ft) above sea level.

Location & Weather

62.06326, -7.27578

85 m ü. NN

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Last updated: 4 June 2026

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Vágar Airport (FAE)

Vágar, FO · Regional Airport · IATA: FAE · ICAO: EKVG · 85 m ü. NN

CityVágar

Lat62.0633

Lng-7.2758

TimezoneEurope/London

TypeRegional Airport

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