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Comino Heliport (JCO)

Comino, Malta · heliport · 36.010° 14.347° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeJCO
ICAO Code
Typeheliport
NameComino Heliport
MunicipalityComino
CountryMalta
ContinentEU
Latitude36.010° N
Longitude14.347° E
Elevation213 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score0
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Country & Timezone Info
CountryMalta
ISO Code
RegionComino
Continent CodeEU
IANA TimezoneEurope/Malta
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+1
DST OffsetUTC+2
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: April – October
Mild weather, minimal disruptions
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Spring: Mar–MaySummer: Jun–AugAutumn: Sep–NovWinter: Dec–Feb

✈ Airlines Serving JCO

LH — LufthansaFR — RyanairBA — British AirwaysAF — Air FranceKL — KLMIB — IberiaTK — Turkish AirlinesU2 — easyJet

🌡 Climate — Temperate (36.0°N)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Comino Heliport (IATA: JCO) is a small heliport on Comino, the car-free island between Malta and Gozo. It provides aerial access to an island known for the Blue Lagoon, sea caves, and walking trails. There are no scheduled airline services; flights are typically charter, private, or emergency-related.

💡 Local Tip
Comino is a protected nature reserve with no cars and limited facilities; bring water, sun protection, and cash, and avoid the Blue Lagoon's peak midday summer crowds by arriving early or late. If flying, confirm noise and landing permissions with the operator beforehand.
🚖 Getting There

Helicopter arrivals should arrange ground transfer with the operator in advance, as Comino has no taxis, buses, or car rental. Most visitors reach the island by ferry from Cirkewwa (Malta) or Mgarr (Gozo), then walk or use pre-arranged boat/ground services. If you are not flying in, treat the heliport as a specialized facility rather than a public terminal.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is Comino Heliport located?
A: It is on the island of Comino in Malta, at approximately 36.010°N, 14.347°E, between Malta and Gozo.

Q: Are there scheduled flights to Comino Heliport?
A: No. Comino Heliport has no scheduled airline service; it is used for charter, private, and emergency helicopter operations.

Q: How do most visitors reach Comino?
A: Most arrive by ferry from Cirkewwa in Malta or Mgarr in Gozo, typically to the Blue Lagoon or Comino Hotel area. The heliport is an alternative for those with arranged helicopter transfers.

Q: Is the heliport near the Blue Lagoon?
A: It is on the same small island, but exact distance and access depend on the operator and landing site; plan ground transfer in advance.
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