Saint Catherine International Airport — Saint Catherine, Egypt
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Distance & flight time from SKV
Saint Catherine International Airport
Saint Catherine International Airport, coded SKV, serves the mountainous interior of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt, providing access to the town of Saint Catherine and its surrounding desert landscape. The airport is the primary gateway for pilgrims and tourists visiting Saint Catherine's Monastery, one of the oldest continuously inhabited Christian monasteries in the world, as well as climbers heading to Mount Sinai, a site of major religious significance. Despite its relatively small size, SKV handles seasonal charter and scheduled flights connecting the region to Cairo and other Egyptian cities. The surrounding high-altitude desert terrain gives the airport a distinctive setting compared to Egypt's coastal Red Sea airports.
Runways at Saint Catherine International Airport (SKV)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 6939 ft (2115 m) | 118 ft (36 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Saint Catherine International Airport (SKV)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| RDO | Cathrine Radio | 579 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 122.8 MHz |
Airports near Saint Catherine International Airport (SKV)
- Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) — 85.0 km (52.8 mi)
- Taba International Airport (TCP) — 122.5 km (76.1 mi)
- King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) — 138.6 km (86.1 mi)
- Neom Bay Airport (NUM) — 147.0 km (91.3 mi)
- Ramon International Airport (ETM) — 148.1 km (92.0 mi)
- Hurghada International Airport (HRG) — 169.7 km (105.4 mi)
- Bardawil International Airport (RDL) — 211.1 km (131.2 mi)
- Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz International Airport (TUU) — 252.5 km (156.9 mi)
SKV is Saint Catherine International Airport in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula, the main air gateway for pilgrims visiting Saint Catherine's Monastery and climbers ascending nearby Mount Sinai.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Saint Catherine International Airport?
The IATA code for Saint Catherine International Airport is SKV.
What is the ICAO code for Saint Catherine International Airport?
The ICAO code for Saint Catherine International Airport is HESC. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.