Ghadames Airport — Ghadames, Libya

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Looking for the Ghadames airport code? Ghadames Airport's IATA code is LTD (ICAO: HLTD).

Distance & flight time from LTD

Ghadames Airport

LTD is Ghadames Airport, serving the historic oasis town of Ghadames in western Libya near the borders with Algeria and Tunisia. Ghadames is renowned for its well-preserved old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring distinctive traditional mudbrick architecture adapted to the Saharan climate. LTD provides a vital air link across the vast desert distances of Libya, connecting Ghadames to Tripoli, since overland travel through this remote region can be lengthy and logistically difficult. Given Libya's period of political instability and conflict in recent years, flight schedules and airport operations at LTD have been inconsistent, and travelers should treat any specific routing information as subject to change based on current conditions.

Runways at Ghadames Airport (LTD)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
01/196516 ft (1986 m)131 ft (40 m)ASP
06/2411811 ft (3600 m)148 ft (45 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for Ghadames Airport (LTD)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
TWRTWR118.1 MHz

Airports near Ghadames Airport (LTD)

LTD is Ghadames Airport in western Libya, near the UNESCO-listed oasis town of Ghadames. Due to Libya's unstable security situation, LTD flight availability has been inconsistent, so current status should always be verified.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Ghadames Airport?

The IATA code for Ghadames Airport is LTD.

What is the ICAO code for Ghadames Airport?

The ICAO code for Ghadames Airport is HLTD. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.