Dodoma Airport — Dodoma, Tanzania
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Distance & flight time from DOD
Dodoma Airport
DOD identifies Dodoma Airport, serving Tanzania's official capital city. Although Dar es Salaam remains the country's commercial and population center, Dodoma holds the seat of government and parliament, making DOD an important link for officials, civil servants, and business travelers conducting government affairs. The airport features a single runway and a compact terminal, handling modest but steady domestic traffic connecting Dodoma to Dar es Salaam and other Tanzanian cities. Located in the central Tanzanian plateau, the region around Dodoma is known for sisal and grape cultivation, giving the airport a secondary role supporting agricultural trade. Infrastructure upgrades have been discussed periodically as Dodoma's administrative importance grows, but DOD remains a smaller-scale regional facility.
Runways at Dodoma Airport (DOD)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 6700 ft (2042 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Dodoma Airport (DOD)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 119.2 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.2 MHz |
Airports near Dodoma Airport (DOD)
- Iringa Airport (IRI) — 166.6 km (103.5 mi)
- Lake Manyara Airport (LKY) — 310.8 km (193.1 mi)
- Arusha Airport (ARK) — 326.5 km (202.9 mi)
- Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) — 338.2 km (210.1 mi)
- Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) — 383.5 km (238.3 mi)
- Tanga Airport (TGT) — 385.9 km (239.8 mi)
- Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) — 389.2 km (241.8 mi)
- Songwe Airport (MBI) — 410.3 km (254.9 mi)
DOD is easily confused with the U.S. Department of Defense abbreviation; in aviation contexts it refers strictly to Dodoma Airport, the airport serving Tanzania's capital city.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Dodoma Airport?
The IATA code for Dodoma Airport is DOD.
What is the ICAO code for Dodoma Airport?
The ICAO code for Dodoma Airport is HTDO. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.