Gabès Matmata International Airport — Gabès, Tunisia
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereGabès Matmata International Airport in Gabès uses the IATA code GAE, with DTTG as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from GAE
Gabès Matmata International Airport
GAE is Gabès Matmata International Airport, serving the coastal city of Gabès in southeastern Tunisia. The airport is positioned to support tourism access to the nearby Matmata region, famous for its distinctive underground Berber dwellings that gained international attention partly through their association with popular film productions. GAE also serves Gabès's industrial economy, which includes chemical and phosphate processing facilities along the Tunisian coast. Despite its international designation, GAE has historically operated with limited scheduled service compared to Tunisia's larger northern airports, functioning more as a secondary gateway for southern Tunisia's blend of desert tourism and industrial activity.
Runways at Gabès Matmata International Airport (GAE)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 3702 ft (1128 m) | 82 ft (25 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Gabès Matmata International Airport (GAE)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP/DEP | APP/DEP | 129.15 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.15 MHz |
Airports near Gabès Matmata International Airport (GAE)
- Djerba Zarzis International Airport (DJE) — 80.8 km (50.2 mi)
- Gafsa Ksar International Airport (GAF) — 126.7 km (78.7 mi)
- Sfax Thyna International Airport (SFA) — 130.4 km (81.0 mi)
- Tozeur Nefta International Airport (TOE) — 168.6 km (104.8 mi)
- El Borma Airport (EBM) — 234.1 km (145.5 mi)
- Monastir Habib Bourguiba International Airport (MIR) — 237.7 km (147.7 mi)
- Cheikh Larbi Tébessi Airport (TEE) — 250.5 km (155.7 mi)
- Enfidha - Hammamet International Airport (NBE) — 264.7 km (164.5 mi)
GAE is searched by travelers interested in visiting Matmata's unique underground dwellings in southern Tunisia; flight frequency is limited compared to Tunisia's larger airports like Tunis or Djerba.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Gabès Matmata International Airport?
The IATA code for Gabès Matmata International Airport is GAE.
What is the ICAO code for Gabès Matmata International Airport?
The ICAO code for Gabès Matmata International Airport is DTTG. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.