Jurmala Airport past, present & future
Flights handled annually
Fuel storage capacity
Modern airport territory
Years of aviation experience
About us
We are Jurmala Airport – a regional airport located in Latvia near Tukums city, just a short drive to Jurmala and Riga. Our story began on the site of a military airfield, and today we are developing into a modern airport that connects aviation, business, and culture.
History
From airfield
to modern airport
Jurmala Airport is located on the grounds of a former military airfield named Tukums airfield. The airfield has been mentioned in historical records since 1939 as a reserve military base of the USSR for fleet of SU-24 fighters and was reportedly used as a storage site for nuclear weapons.
1939–1945
Early years
Tukums airfield was first mentioned in 1939 as a reserve USSR airfield and storage for nuclear weapons. During World War II it was used by the Luftwaffe and later by the Baltic Military Fleet.
First mentioned in 1939 as a reserve USSR airfield and nuclear weapon storage
1941–1944 used by Luftwaffe division
1944–1945 used by the 668th Sea Aviation Regiment of the Baltic Military Fleet
1945-1993
Soviet military period
After the war the Soviet army expanded the airfield several times, placing new units and building large infrastructure. Until 1993 it served only military needs, with the last Soviet forces leaving in April 1993.
In 1945, the USSR received 225 hectares of land for airfield use
1947–1952: large-scale expansion of Tukums airfield
From 1960, radio engineering units were stationed here
In 1975, the 668th Sea Aviation Regiment returned
Until 1993 the airfield served exclusively military needs
The last Soviet units left in April 1993, leaving the airfield devastated
1992-2001
Transition to Latvia
In the early 1990's the airfield was transferred to the Latvian Ministry of Defence and recognised as a Reserve Airfield of the Latvian Air Forces. In 2001 ownership passed to Tukums municipality.
1992: Tukums airfield transferred to the Latvian Ministry of Defence
1993: recognised as Reserve Airfield of the Latvian Air Forces
2001: transferred to Tukums municipality (Smārde)
2005–2015
Modernisation and recovery
With the founding of Tukums Airport Ltd, large-scale reconstruction began. Runways, hangars, and access roads were renovated, modern equipment was installed, and a new passenger terminal was built. In 2012 the airfield was officially renamed Jurmala Airport.
Modernisation and recovery (2005–2015)
Installation of aviations systems, such as, ILS, lighting, Meteo systems, etc.
Aviation documentation preparation
2015–nowadays
Recent developments
After the completion of all necessary construction works including the passenger terminal, aviation equipment, hangars, as well as the renovation of the runway and taxiways, the aerodrome became fully operational. The airport is technically and practically ready for certification to conduct commercial flights. Private aviation is serviced on a regular basis and it is the main base for the Baltic Bees aerobatic team. We are a strategic location for pilot schools and have successful cooperation with AirBaltic Training Academy. The airport has hosted the largest airshows in the Baltic States, with plans to grow over the coming years. Currently, the airport is open for strategic partners to continue its success in the development of MRO facilities, logistic centres, pilot training schools and all aviation related business activities.
Passenger terminal completed and ready for use
Runway and taxiways renovated
More than 1000 private flights handled annually
Allocation and development of designated hangar area
Wings Over Baltics Airshows
Base of the Baltic Bees Jet Team
Successful cooperation with national and international military organisations
Commercial rent for aviation industry and businesses
Gallery
Projects
Our ongoing and completed projects highlight Jurmala Airport’s growth beyond aviation, connecting culture, history, and innovation through local and international initiatives.
SkyZoo weapon exhibition
The Sky Zoo weapon exhibition was created within the Estonia–Latvia “Military Heritage” project. It features historical firearms from the First and Second World Wars, displayed in custom-built glass showcases at Jurmala Airport.
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