King Fahd International Airport — Ad Dammam, Saudi Arabia
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for King Fahd International Airport (Ad Dammam) is DMM — its ICAO code is OEDF.
Distance & flight time from DMM
King Fahd International Airport
Sheer land area makes DMM a frequent trivia answer: its site is often described as larger than the entire country of Bahrain, a striking statistic for an airport built to serve the Dammam metropolitan area in Saudi Arabia's oil-rich Eastern Province. Opened in the late 1990s under the name of King Fahd, the facility replaced the older Dhahran airfield as the region's primary civilian gateway, consolidating passenger traffic for the closely clustered cities of Dammam, Khobar, and Dhahran into a single modern hub. Saudi Arabian Airlines and flynas both operate significant service from DMM, connecting the Eastern Province to domestic destinations across the kingdom as well as international routes reaching the wider Gulf region. Despite its enormous footprint, much of the airport's land remains undeveloped, reserved for long-term expansion.
Runways at King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16L/34R | 13124 ft (4000 m) | 197 ft (60 m) | ASP |
| 16R/34L | 13124 ft (4000 m) | 197 ft (60 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | DAMMAM ARR/DEP | 125 MHz |
| APP | DAMMAM APP | 126.3 MHz |
| ATIS | 128.05 MHz | |
| GND | East | 121.65 MHz |
| GND | West | 121.75 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 124.35 MHz |
Airports near King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
- King Abdulaziz Air Base (DHA) — 41.9 km (26.0 mi)
- Bahrain International Airport (BAH) — 86.6 km (53.8 mi)
- Al-Ahsa International Airport (HOF) — 135.3 km (84.1 mi)
- Al Udeid Air Base (XJD) — 213.7 km (132.8 mi)
- Doha International Airport (DIA) — 222.2 km (138.1 mi)
- Hamad International Airport (DOH) — 224.7 km (139.6 mi)
- Bushehr Airport (BUZ) — 293.6 km (182.4 mi)
- Jam Airport (KNR) — 294.0 km (182.7 mi)
DMM's total land area is frequently described as exceeding that of Bahrain, though only a portion is currently developed for aviation use.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for King Fahd International Airport?
The IATA code for King Fahd International Airport is DMM.
What is the ICAO code for King Fahd International Airport?
The ICAO code for King Fahd International Airport is OEDF. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.