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OR Tambo International (FAOR/JNB) — Johannesburg, South Africa

At a glance

Operating hours
Open 24h
Customs
Available 24h
Port of entry
Yes
Fuel
Jet A-1, JET A1
Tower
118.1
Runways
03L/21R, 03R/21L
Elevation
5,558 ft

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Section Breakdown
Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 9/10
Observed Activity · Oct 26
51 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 1 on the ground · busiest hour 13:00Z
2026-10-132026-10-26
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

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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: Not recorded
  • 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: Not recorded
  • 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
  • APIS Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Full CIQ. Visa-free for many nationalities (90 days). API/PNR required for all international flights.

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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

FALA

  • ICAO: FALA
  • Name: Lanseria Intl
  • Distance (NM): 21.0
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: International airport. Many nationalities visa-free for up to 90 days. CIQ available.

Airport Services

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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.

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Active NOTAMs

A4129/26
caution
Taxiway lighting closed
TXL E (BEHIND PRKG STAND E8 TO E13 AND F5 TO F7) CLSD. ACFT PUSHING BACK FM PRKG STAND EAST OF E9 AND F5 MUST PULL FORWARD AND ONLY START ENG ONCE ALIGNED ON TXL ABM PRKG STAND E1 AND USE MNM BREAK-OFF THRUST DUE TO MARKER BOARDS WIP BEHIND.
2026-10-26 07:09 UTC 2026-11-08 21:59 UTC
A4099/26
caution
Taxiway lighting closed
TXL E (BEHIND PRKG STAND E9 TO E13 AND F5 TO F7) CLSD. ACFT PUSHING BACK FM PRKG STAND EAST OF E9 AND F5 MUST PULL FORWARD AND ONLY START ENG ONCE ALIGNED ON TXL ABM PRKG STAND E1 AND USE MNM BREAK-OFF THRUST DUE TO MARKER BOARDS WIP BEHIND.
2026-10-25 22:01 UTC 2026-11-08 21:59 UTC
A3900/26
caution
Approach procedure change
THE FLW FAOR ARR COMMUNICATION FAILURE PROCEDURES ARE TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED: 1. ARR-08 AVAGO 1C RNAV (GNSS) RWY 03R DATED 15 MAY 2025 2. ARR-09 NIBEX 1B RNAV (GNSS) RWY 03R DATED 15 MAY 2025 3. ARR-18 AVAGO 1D RNAV (GNSS) RWY 21L DATED 17 APR 2025 4. ARR-19 NIBEX 1D RNAV (GNSS) RWY 21L DATED 15…
2026-10-09 10:41 UTC 2027-01-06 10:00 UTC

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Airport History

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Frequently 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). Permit details for 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.
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.
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