Olsztyn-Mazury Airport is at Szymany, near Szczytno, and it is the closest paved runway for much of the Masurian lakes. For private jet charter at Olsztyn-Mazury, the 2,500 metre runway is long enough for business jets.
The airport is about 10 km from Szczytno and about 59 km south of Olsztyn, so it is worth knowing where you are heading before you book. Charter-A arranges the aircraft and helps you plan the road leg, confirming details at booking, subject to availability. Do tell us where on the lakes you are staying.
Flying privately to Olsztyn Mazury
Runway 01/19 is 2,500 metres by 60 metres of concrete, suitable for business jets.
Our records do not confirm opening hours, customs arrangements or any prior-permission requirement, as the airport's website could not be reached. Charter-A checks these with the handler when we quote. The airport is 59 km from Olsztyn itself, so the ground transfer is part of the planning, not an afterthought.
Olsztyn-Mazury Airport (Szymany) airport guide
A one-page Charter-A information sheet to keep or pass to your driver: runway, hours, customs, handling and where to arrive.
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| Location | Szymany, near Szczytno |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO EPSY · IATA SZY |
| Region | Warmian-Masurian (Masuria lakes), Poland |
| Nearest city | Olsztyn / Masuria lakes — About 10 km from Szczytno; about 59 km south of Olsztyn |
| Runway | 01/19 – 2,500 m × 60 m concrete |
| Private jets | Yes — 2,500 m paved runway |
| Handling / FBO | Excel Handling |
Details checked 30 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (en.wikipedia.org, excel-handling.com). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to Olsztyn / Masuria lakes
Masuria is Poland's lake district, a region of thousands of lakes, forest and sailing towns that draws holidaymakers from across Europe. The airport is about 10 km from Szczytno and about 59 km south of Olsztyn. Guests fly in for the lakes in summer, for sailing and for quiet stays in the countryside.
Private jet flight times to Olsztyn Mazury
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | 775 nm · 1,440 km | 2 hr 30 min | 2 hr 05 min |
| Manchester | 825 nm · 1,530 km | 2 hr 35 min | 2 hr 15 min |
| Edinburgh | 850 nm · 1,580 km | 2 hr 40 min | 2 hr 15 min |
| Paris | 745 nm · 1,380 km | 2 hr 25 min | 2 hr |
| Geneva | 720 nm · 1,330 km | 2 hr 20 min | 2 hr |
| Nice | 800 nm · 1,480 km | 2 hr 30 min | 2 hr 10 min |
Approximate airborne times in still air, worked out from the great-circle distance. Routing, winds and the aircraft chosen change them on the day; your quote gives the planned time for your flight.
Which aircraft?
From London, Olsztyn Mazury is a sector of about 780 nautical miles — within non-stop reach of every aircraft class, from turboprops and very light jets upwards. The number of passengers and the luggage usually decide the aircraft: light jets for up to seven, midsize jets and super midsize jets for more space, heavy jets for larger groups. Non-stop range always depends on passengers, baggage and the winds on the day.
Olsztyn Mazury: your questions answered
Can private jets land at Olsztyn-Mazury Airport?
Yes. Excel Handling handles private flights. Charter-A will confirm arrangements for your aircraft and date.
How far is Olsztyn-Mazury Airport from Olsztyn?
About 59 km south of Olsztyn, and about 10 km from Szczytno. Charter-A can arrange ground transport to your final destination. The airport is reached by road, with the nearest small town being Szczytno, and Charter-A plans the ground leg.
Is Szymany the best airport for the Masurian lakes?
It is the airport listed for the Masurian lakes area in our records, about 10 km from Szczytno. Charter-A will help you work out the best landing point for where you are staying.
Does Olsztyn-Mazury Airport have customs?
Customs arrangements are not confirmed in our records. Charter-A also advises early if a different airport looks better for your final destination.
How long is the flight from London to Olsztyn Mazury by private jet?
About 2 hr 30 min in a light jet and 2 hr 05 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 775 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for Olsztyn-Mazury Airport (Szymany) I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for Olsztyn-Mazury Airport (Szymany) is free to download from this page as a PDF. It sets out the runway, opening hours, customs, handling agents and where to arrive for a private flight.
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