Juba International Airport — Juba, South Sudan
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereJuba International Airport in Juba uses the IATA code JUB, with HJJJ as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from JUB
Juba International Airport
Juba International Airport, identified by the code JUB, serves as the principal air gateway to South Sudan's capital, positioned along the banks of the White Nile. Since South Sudan's independence in 2011, the airport has functioned under considerable strain, handling a disproportionate volume of humanitarian and aid-related traffic given the country's recurring instability and limited road infrastructure elsewhere. Numerous United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations rely on JUB as a logistics hub for flights reaching remote parts of the country otherwise difficult to access. Commercial service connects Juba to regional cities such as Nairobi, Addis Ababa, and Entebbe, though schedules and carrier availability have shifted frequently over the years. Efforts to expand and modernize the terminal have proceeded gradually, constrained by the broader economic challenges facing the world's youngest nation.
Runways at Juba International Airport (JUB)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 10171 ft (3100 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Juba International Airport (JUB)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| HF | 11.3 MHz | |
| TWR | APP/TWR | 118.4 MHz |
Airports near Juba International Airport (JUB)
- Arua Airport (RUA) — 216.6 km (134.6 mi)
- Gulu Airport (ULU) — 241.5 km (150.1 mi)
- Lokichogio Airport (LKG) — 313.4 km (194.7 mi)
- Bunia Airport (BUX) — 398.3 km (247.5 mi)
- Soroti Airport (SRT) — 415.5 km (258.2 mi)
- Lodwar Airport (LOK) — 485.3 km (301.6 mi)
- Gambela Airport (GMB) — 488.1 km (303.3 mi)
- Matari Airport (IRP) — 499.9 km (310.6 mi)
JUB sits along the White Nile in South Sudan's capital, runs a single airstrip, and handles an unusually large share of humanitarian, United Nations, and aid-agency charter flights.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Juba International Airport?
The IATA code for Juba International Airport is JUB.
What is the ICAO code for Juba International Airport?
The ICAO code for Juba International Airport is HJJJ. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.