Tindouf Airport — Tindouf, Algeria

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Distance & flight time from TIN

Tindouf Airport

Tindouf Airport, identified by the code TIN, lies in southwestern Algeria near the Moroccan and Mauritanian borders, in a remote Saharan region. The airport serves the town of Tindouf and the surrounding area, which is home to camps historically associated with Sahrawi refugees connected to the long-running Western Sahara territorial dispute. Flights operated largely by Air Algerie link Tindouf to Algiers and other domestic points, and the airport also handles occasional humanitarian and aid-related flights supporting the refugee population nearby. The runway and terminal facilities are modest, reflecting the airport's role as a regional connector rather than an international hub. TIN remains a vital transport link for a sparsely populated and geopolitically sensitive part of the Sahara.

Runways at Tindouf Airport (TIN)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
08L/26R9840 ft (2999 m)148 ft (45 m)ASP
08R/26L9840 ft (2999 m)148 ft (45 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for Tindouf Airport (TIN)

No published frequency data for this airport.

Airports near Tindouf Airport (TIN)

TIN connects Tindouf in southwestern Algeria to domestic routes, serving a region near Sahrawi refugee camps tied to the Western Sahara situation.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Tindouf Airport?

The IATA code for Tindouf Airport is TIN.

What is the ICAO code for Tindouf Airport?

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