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VGO Vigo–Peinador Airport
Vigo–Peinador Airport (IATA: VGO, ICAO:LEVX) is located in the the city of Vigo, Spain. It is the primary international airport serving Vigo and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+34902404704

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IATA Code

VGO

ICAO Code

LEVX

Name

Vigo–Peinador Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Spain (ES)

City

Vigo

Latitude

42.2318000

Longitude

-8.6267750

Time Zone

UTC+01:00

Phone Number

+34902404704

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Airport Overview

Vigo–Peinador Airport（VGO）

Vigo–Peinador Airport（ICAO: LEVX）is a regional passenger airport serving Vigo and the southern part of Galicia in north-western Spain. It is located in the municipalities of Vigo, Redondela and Mos, in Pontevedra Province, and is approximately 20 minutes from central Vigo under normal road conditions. For international freight, the airport is best assessed as a regional origin or destination point rather than as a large-scale cargo hub. Our service team can coordinate airport handling with road feeder services and alternative gateway planning when the required capacity, routing or departure window is not available locally.

Airport name	Vigo–Peinador Airport
IATA / ICAO	VGO / LEVX
Location	Vigo, Galicia, Spain
Coordinates	42.2318000, -8.6267750
Longest runway	2,400 m, as stated in the supplied airport record
Local time	UTC+01:00 in the supplied airport record; daylight-saving changes should be checked for the shipment date

Key Highlights

What matters for freight planning

Regional gateway profile: suitable for Vigo and southern Galicia origins, with routing decisions dependent on available belly capacity, handling acceptance and onward connections.
Strong road-access relevance: the airport’s proximity to Vigo supports local pickup and delivery planning, while province-wide distribution requires a time-window review with the trucking provider.
Runway and aircraft acceptance: the supplied record identifies a 2,400 m longest runway; actual aircraft type, payload and operating limits remain subject to airline approval.
Connection-sensitive transit: shipments may require an airline or road-feeder connection through another Spanish or European gateway, so the booking must be evaluated as an end-to-end itinerary.
Capacity discipline: our team recommends confirming cargo acceptance, cut-off, warehouse availability and commodity restrictions before promising a departure date.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Facility planning for general and special cargo

Airport cargo handling: general cargo acceptance, build-up or breakdown, weighing, security screening and transfer procedures depend on the appointed ground handler and the operating airline.
Customs-controlled handling: export, import and transit movements should be arranged through the applicable customs process; our service team coordinates the required broker and shipment references before delivery.
Temperature-sensitive cargo: cold-chain storage, cool-room access, passive packaging acceptance and tarmac exposure limits must be confirmed for each booking. Do not assume permanent pharmaceutical or fresh-produce capacity.
Dangerous goods: acceptance is subject to airline capability, IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, packaging, labels, Shipper’s Declaration and local handling procedures. Prior approval is recommended.
Oversized or special cargo: dimensions, gross weight, pallet configuration, aircraft loading limits and equipment availability require a pre-alert. Any special warehouse or ramp arrangement must be confirmed in writing.

Specific warehouse areas, bonded-storage arrangements, operating hours and equipment availability can change by handler and shipment type. Our team verifies these items against the confirmed booking rather than treating them as permanent airport-wide capabilities.

Routes & Transit Times

Routing is built around confirmed capacity

Local-origin option: cargo can be assessed for direct uplift from Vigo–Peinador Airport when the operating carrier accepts the commodity, dimensions and required service level.
Spanish gateway connections: shipments may be planned through larger Spanish gateways or road-feeder links where the selected airline’s network provides better capacity or destination coverage.
European hub connections: international consignments may require transfer through a European hub, with connection feasibility dependent on booking class, security status, transfer handling and customs treatment.
Transit-time variables: the practical lead time is influenced by flight availability, cargo cut-off, weekend and holiday schedules, customs release, security screening, weather and trucking performance.
Service commitment: our team quotes a routing-specific plan only after checking the actual sailing date, connection protection, acceptance status and destination handling conditions.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Southern Galicia origin and destination planning

Primary hinterland: Vigo and surrounding municipalities, with broader relevance to Pontevedra Province and southern Galicia when road collection or delivery is operationally suitable.
Industrial shipments: automotive-related components, machinery parts, engineering goods and urgent production-line material may require reliable uplift, dimensional review and delivery appointment control.
Seafood and perishables: Galicia’s maritime economy can generate time-sensitive seafood and food-sector movements; packaging, sanitary documentation, temperature control and customs timing require shipment-specific review.
Consumer and commercial cargo: apparel, retail replenishment, electronics, samples and e-commerce consignments may be handled as general cargo, subject to security and airline acceptance.
Reverse logistics: returns, repair parts and warranty shipments benefit from pre-arranged import documentation and a clear consignee contact before uplift.

Operations & Compliance

Controls that protect the booking

Cut-off management: cargo acceptance and document cut-offs are carrier- and handler-specific. Our team obtains the confirmed times and plans delivery with contingency for security screening and queue conditions.
Export documentation: commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill data, exporter and consignee information, customs references and any required licenses must be consistent before cargo presentation.
Dangerous goods and batteries: accurate UN classification, packing instruction, net quantity, battery status and declaration details are essential. Misdeclaration can cause refusal, offload or regulatory escalation.
Customs and inspection: customs holds, documentary checks or physical inspection can interrupt a connection. We recommend pre-clearing data where possible and keeping the consignee available for questions.
Collection and delivery: truck access, loading restrictions, delivery appointments, tail-lift requirements and proof-of-delivery expectations should be agreed before dispatch, particularly for industrial or oversized cargo.

Shipping Tips

Practical steps before tendering cargo

Send our service team the commodity description, HS code, pieces, dimensions, gross weight, stackability, ready date, temperature range and final destination before requesting a firm routing.
For urgent production cargo, request both a local-airport option and a Spanish or European gateway alternative so that a capacity failure does not force a last-minute rebooking.
Use export-grade packaging with clearly stated piece dimensions and gross weight. For perishables or pharmaceuticals, provide the proposed packaging qualification and allowable exposure time.
Submit dangerous-goods, lithium-battery, live-animal or other special-cargo details before pickup; airline pre-approval should be obtained before cargo reaches the warehouse.
Build a buffer between truck arrival and the published cut-off, especially when customs, screening, repacking or document correction may be required.

FAQs

Questions freight teams ask

Can Vigo–Peinador Airport be used for international air freight?: Yes, it can be considered for international origin or destination planning, but the actual solution depends on the airline’s cargo acceptance, available capacity, routing and customs process. Our team confirms these elements before booking.
Is a direct long-haul cargo flight guaranteed from Vigo–Peinador Airport?: No. Regional airport capacity and passenger-belly schedules can vary. We assess direct uplift, airline connections and road-feeder alternatives without assuming a specific flight, carrier or frequency.
Can temperature-controlled or pharmaceutical cargo be shipped through this airport?: It may be possible when the selected carrier and handler accept the shipment and suitable handling is confirmed. The shipper should provide temperature range, packaging type, exposure limits and handling instructions in advance.
What information is needed for a rate and routing check?: Provide origin and destination, commodity, pieces, dimensions, gross weight, cargo value, ready date, Incoterms, special handling requirements and whether the shipment contains batteries or other regulated articles.
What is the best fallback if the required uplift is unavailable?: Our service team can compare a nearby or larger Spanish gateway, a European hub connection, or a coordinated road-air plan. The choice depends on total transit risk, customs treatment, truck distance and cargo urgency.

Data Sources & Provenance

Reference basis and verification boundary

Airport identity, location, codes, coordinates, address, time-zone entry and the stated 2,400 m runway figure are based on the supplied airport record. Current airport facilities, airline acceptance, cargo cut-offs, customs procedures, operating schedules and special-cargo availability are time-sensitive and should be confirmed for each shipment.

For operational verification, our team refers to the airport operator and relevant aviation or customs authorities, including aena.es, icao.int, iata.org and sede.agenciatributaria.gob.es. These domains are provided for source validation; they do not replace confirmation from the appointed airline, ground handler, customs broker or trucking provider.

IATA VGO ICAO LEVX Galicia, Spain Regional air freight gateway