What is the tower frequency at DFFD?

The tower frequency at Ouagadougou is 118.1 MHz.

What fuel is available at DFFD?

Ouagadougou offers JET A-1, 100LL.

Is customs available at DFFD?

Yes, customs at Ouagadougou is available from 07:00 to 15:30.

Where is DFFD located?

Ouagadougou (DFFD) is located in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.

What is the IATA code for DFFD?

The IATA code for Ouagadougou is OUA.

How long is the runway at DFFD?

The main runway at Ouagadougou (04/22) measures 9888 X 148.

Does DFFD have an ILS approach?

Yes, Ouagadougou has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 04/22.

Is DFFD a port of entry?

Yes, Ouagadougou is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Ouagadougou (DFFD/OUA) — Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso

Ouagadougou (DFFD/OUA) serves Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (04/22, 04R/22L). Field elevation is 1037 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 2/2

Additional Info 10/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-04

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: DFFD
Name: Ouagadougou
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 12.3532
Longitude: -1.51242
Elevation: 1037 ft
Country: Burkina Faso
Municipality: Ouagadougou
IATA Code: OUA
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: DFOO
Timezone: Africa/Ouagadougou
Distance from City: 2.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 04/22

Designation: 04/22
Dimensions: 9888 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: 54/F/B/W/T
Lighting: Edge lights LIH/LIL, PAPI 3° both sides
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME (OG 112.9), NDB (OG 305 kHz), ILS CAT II RWY 04 (110.1 MHz)
Approach Types: ILS CAT II, VOR, NDB
Remarks: Right-hand circuit RWY 04. Aircraft >40t must use turn-around areas. TORA/TODA/ASDA/LDA all 3014m. Bird hazard year-round (peak May-Jul). Bat crossings Aug-Jan.

Runway 04R/22L

Designation: 04R/22L
Dimensions: 6269 X 98
Surface: LAT
PCN: N/A
Lighting: N/A
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: CLOSED (marked [X])

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.100 MHz
Ground: No dedicated ground frequency — DFFD uses 118.1 MHz (TWR) for all aerodrome control. HF air-to-ground: 6586 kHz, 667324.000 MHz
Operations: 120.300 MHz
Traffic/Approach: 118.100 MHz
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours

Tuesday Open 24 hours

Wednesday Open 24 hours

Thursday Open 24 hours

Friday Open 24 hours

Saturday Open 24 hours

Sunday Open 24 hours

Ouagadougou operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: Airport and ATS H24. Tower H24. Administration 07:30-15:30 UTC.

Contacts

AIS Tel: +226 25306604
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +226 25306515/16
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://www.aeroport-ouagadougou.com
Remarks: ASECNA AIS email: [email protected]. Fax: +226 25306557. Airport authority (DAAN) fax: +226 25307840. Official site https://ouagadougou-aeroport.bf has broken SSL. Medical service H24: TMI Assurance +226 25335512.

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: +226 25306515
Remarks: No slot system. Landing permits may be required for private/charter flights. Contact: [email protected] / [email protected]

Customs

Open: 07:00
Close: 15:30
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: 07:00-15:30 UTC (= local, UTC+0). Available on request outside scheduled hours. Yellow fever certificate mandatory.

Fees

Landing Fee: International: 2,242 FCFA/ton (1-25t), 4,483 FCFA/ton (26-75t), 6,344 FCFA/ton (76-150t), 5,963 FCFA/ton (>150t). Domestic: 496-4,531 FCFA/ton by bracket. Tourism aircraft ≤2t: 1,277 FCFA flat. 5.9% increase applied 01 JAN 2026.
Parking Fee: Apron: 50 FCFA/ton/hour (min 200 FCFA), Maintenance area: 20 FCFA/ton/hour (min 100 FCFA). First 1 hour free. Fractions counted as full hours.
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: XOF
Remarks: ASECNA fees apply. Fire category 8.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-04
Remarks: Available H24. Dispensing rate 130-135 m³/h. Total Energies fuel. Confirm availability for large volumes in advance.

Fuel Type: 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-04
Remarks: Available. Dispensing rate 5 m³/h.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: International airport. Visa required for most nationalities; some eligible for visa on arrival. Yellow fever vaccination certificate mandatory. GENDEC required for all international flights.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Overflying city and presidential palace prohibited. No curfew. Bilateral radio communications mandatory.

Alternates

DFOO

ICAO: DFOO
Name: Bobo-Dioulasso
Distance (NM): 180.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: H24 immigration. Airport of entry

Airport Services

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Active NOTAMs

A0332/25 caution

Instrument procedure change

REF 02AD2.24-DFFD-IAC-VORY22 IN THE MINIMA TABLE, FOR AIRCRAFT CAT A, B, C AND D, READ: OCA(OCH): 1555(574) MDA(MDH): 1560(580) INSTEAD OF : OCA(OCH): 1520(539) MDA(MDH): 1520(540

2025-03-28 12:24:00 Until further notice

A0559/21 caution

Taxiway restriction

NEW RWY THR COORDINATES ARE: RWY 04: READ 12DEG20'30.24''N 001DEG31'12.00''W INSTEAD OF 12DEG20'30.40''N 001DEG31'11.89''W RWY22: READ 12DEG21''52.14''N 001DEG30'17…

2021-04-28 18:30:00 Until further notice

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at DFFD?: The tower frequency at Ouagadougou is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at DFFD?: Ouagadougou offers JET A-1, 100LL.
Is customs available at DFFD?: Yes, customs at Ouagadougou is available from 07:00 to 15:30.
Where is DFFD located?: Ouagadougou (DFFD) is located in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.
What is the IATA code for DFFD?: The IATA code for Ouagadougou is OUA.
How long is the runway at DFFD?: The main runway at Ouagadougou (04/22) measures 9888 X 148.
Does DFFD have an ILS approach?: Yes, Ouagadougou has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 04/22.
Is DFFD a port of entry?: Yes, Ouagadougou is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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