Douglas-Charles Airport — Marigot, Dominica
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Distance & flight time from DOM
Douglas-Charles Airport
DOM refers to Douglas-Charles Airport, the main international gateway to the Caribbean island of Dominica, located near Marigot on the island's northeastern coast. Named after two former Dominican prime ministers, the airport handles regional flights connecting Dominica to neighboring islands like Antigua, Guadeloupe, and Puerto Rico, since its runway length has historically limited larger long-haul aircraft. Dominica markets itself as the Nature Island of the Caribbean, prized for rainforests, volcanic terrain, and diving rather than beach resorts, and DOM serves as the primary entry point for ecotourists. The airport has undergone periodic expansion discussions to accommodate growing tourism demand and improve resilience following hurricane damage that has affected the island's infrastructure.
Runways at Douglas-Charles Airport (DOM)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 6352 ft (1936 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Douglas-Charles Airport (DOM)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118.9 MHz |
Airports near Douglas-Charles Airport (DOM)
- Canefield Airport (DCF) — 25.3 km (15.7 mi)
- Marie-Galante Airport (GBJ) — 36.0 km (22.4 mi)
- Maryse Condé International Airport (PTP) — 83.7 km (52.0 mi)
- Martinique Aimé Césaire International Airport (FDF) — 111.0 km (69.0 mi)
- John A. Osborne Airport (MNI) — 168.1 km (104.5 mi)
- George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) — 172.9 km (107.4 mi)
- V. C. Bird International Airport (ANU) — 184.4 km (114.6 mi)
- Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) — 205.1 km (127.4 mi)
DOM is sometimes mixed up with Dominican Republic airports like SDQ or PUJ; it actually serves the separate island nation of Dominica, a much smaller Caribbean country.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Douglas-Charles Airport?
The IATA code for Douglas-Charles Airport is DOM.
What is the ICAO code for Douglas-Charles Airport?
The ICAO code for Douglas-Charles Airport is TDPD. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.