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.

Does FAOR require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for OR Tambo International (South Africa).

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OR Tambo International

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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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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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: N/A
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: N/A
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: N/A
ATIS: 126.200 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

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.

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

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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Nearby Airports

FABB Brakpan Airport 7 NM FAGM Rand Airport 8 NM FARA Petit Airport 8 NM FAGC Grand Central Airport 11 NM FABA Microland Flight Park 12 NM FAKT Kitty Hawk Airport 20 NM FALA Lanseria Intl 21 NM FADE Delmas Airport 24 NM

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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.
Does FAOR require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for OR Tambo International (South Africa).

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