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OR Tambo International (FAOR/JNB) — Johannesburg, South Africa
OR Tambo International (FAOR/JNB) serves Johannesburg, South Africa. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (03L/21R, 03R/21L). Field elevation is 5558 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Info
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Runways
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Frequencies
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Operations
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Fuel
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Contacts
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Additional Info
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Observed Activity
· Jul 23
63 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 13:00Z
2026-07-182026-07-23
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: FAOR
- Name: OR Tambo International
- Type: large_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: -26.1392
- Longitude: 28.246
- Elevation: 5558 ft
- Country: South Africa
- Municipality: Johannesburg
- IATA Code: JNB
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: N/A
- Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
- Distance from City: 20.9 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 03L/21R
- Designation: 03L/21R
- Dimensions: 14495 X 200
- Surface: ASP
- PCN: PCR 681/F/A/X/U
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
- Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIB (03L), ILS CAT I (21R), RNAV (GNSS)
- Remarks: N/A
Runway 03R/21L
- Designation: 03R/21L
- Dimensions: 11155 X 197
- Surface: ASP
- PCN: PCR 681/F/A/X/U
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
- Approach Types: ILS CAT II (03R), ILS CAT I (21L), RNAV (GNSS)
- Remarks: N/A
Frequencies
- Tower: 118.100, 118.600 MHz
- Ground: 121.900 MHz
- Operations: N/A
- Traffic/Approach: 123.700 MHz
- ATIS: 126.200 MHz
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
OR Tambo International operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: N/A
Contacts
- AIS Tel: N/A
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: +27 82 233 9600
- Admin Tel: +27119216911
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: www.acsa.co.za
- Remarks: N/A
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: N/A
- Remarks: N/A
Customs
- Open: 0000
- Close: 2359
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: H24
Fees
- Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx ZAR 50-150 per tonne
- Parking Fee: First 3 hours free; then ZAR 20-60 per tonne per day
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: ZAR
- Remarks: O.R. Tambo International (Johannesburg). Handlers: Swissport SA, BidAir Services, Menzies Aviation. Busiest airport in Africa by pax.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: Jet A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-02-18
- Remarks: Supplied by Shell, BP, TotalEnergies, Engen. IATA fuel pricing.
- Fuel Type: JET A1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: N/A
- Remarks: N/A
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: Full CIQ. Visa-free for many nationalities (90 days). API/PNR required for all international flights.
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: 3
- Remarks: No curfew. Noise monitoring in place. Chapter 2 aircraft prohibited. High altitude airport (5558 ft AMSL) affects performance.
Alternates
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South Africa Permit Requirements
Medium
Landing: 5d
- Overflight Permit: Conditional
- Landing Permit: Yes
- Overflight Lead Time: 2 working days notification
- Landing Lead Time: 3 working days / 72 hours (official); 5 business days recommended
Private / GA Operations:
Private flights require advance notification. Customs at designated international airports.
Active NOTAMs
A2747/26
info
Aerodrome restriction
INCREASED FLY ACT DUE FLY-IN AT FABB. REF NOTAM C3619/26.
2026-08-10 04:00:00
2026-08-10 14:00:00
A2842/26
caution
Taxiway lighting closed
TWY H AND A INT CLSD DUE MAINT.
2026-07-27 22:30:00
2026-07-30 05:00:00
A2843/26
caution
Taxiway restriction
NOTAM CNL, NEW NOTAM A2842/26.
2026-07-24 15:00:32
Until further notice
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Airport History
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What is the tower frequency at FAOR?
- The tower frequency at OR Tambo International is 118.1, 118.6 MHz.
- What fuel is available at FAOR?
- OR Tambo International offers Jet A-1, JET A1.
- Does FAOR require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for OR Tambo International (South Africa).
- Is customs available at FAOR?
- Yes, customs at OR Tambo International is available from 0000 to 2359.
- Where is FAOR located?
- OR Tambo International (FAOR) is located in Johannesburg, South Africa.
- What is the IATA code for FAOR?
- The IATA code for OR Tambo International is JNB.
- How long is the runway at FAOR?
- The main runway at OR Tambo International (03L/21R) measures 14495 X 200.
- Does FAOR have an ILS approach?
- Yes, OR Tambo International has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 03L/21R, 03R/21L.
- Is FAOR a port of entry?
- Yes, OR Tambo International is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.