Quick Facts

Key information about Vágar Airport

IATA Code
FAE
ICAO Code
EKVG
Timezone
Atlantic/Faroe
Rail Connection
No

Live Weather at FAE

Current conditions from aviation METAR reports

FAE — Vágar

EKVG
5°C

-DZ -RA

MVFR
Wind
E 41kt gusting 54kt
Visibility
4.97 sm
Clouds
SCT 1,200ft, BKN 2,000ft
Pressure
990 inHg
Dew Point
3°C

Location

Vágar Airport on the map

Getting To and From Vágar Airport

Planning your journey to Vágar Airport (FAE)?

Most travellers reach Vágar Airport by car, taxi, ride-share, or public transport. Check with your airline for recommended arrival times — typically 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international departures. For the latest departure information, visit our Vágar Airport departures board.

Traveller Tips for FAE

  • Check your flight status — Use Departra to track your flight number for real-time gate changes, delays, and estimated departure times before you leave for the airport.
  • Check the weather — Our live METAR weather section above shows current conditions at FAE. Poor weather can cause delays, so check before you travel.
  • Arrive early — Allow time for check-in, security screening, and finding your gate. Airport queues can be unpredictable, especially during school holidays and bank holiday weekends.
  • Explore nearby airports — If flights from FAE are unavailable or expensive, check our nearby airports section above for alternative options.

About Vágar Airport

Vágar Airport (FAE/EKVG) is located in Vágar, FO. It serves as a major gateway for passengers travelling to and from the region, connecting Vágar with destinations across the globe. Whether you are flying for business or leisure, Vágar Airport offers a range of facilities to make your journey as smooth as possible.

Departra provides live flight tracking, departure boards and arrival information for Vágar Airport. You can search for any flight by number to see its real-time status, estimated departure and arrival times, gate information, and current weather conditions at both the origin and destination airports. Our data is sourced from ADS-B receivers and aviation databases to give you the most up-to-date picture of operations at FAE.

For the latest departures from Vágar Airport, visit our Vágar departures board. You can also explore other airports, airlines, and routes from the links above. All flight information is provided for general reference — please confirm details directly with your airline before travelling.