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Ouarzazate Intl (GMMZ/OZZ) — Ouarzazate, Morocco

At a glance

Operating hours: 06:00–21:30 UTC
Customs: 06:00–21:30 UTC
Port of entry: Yes
Fuel: JET A-1, 100LL
Tower: 118.1
Runways: 12/30
Elevation: 3,782 ft

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 1/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 2/2

Additional Info 10/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-03

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: GMMZ
Name: Ouarzazate Intl
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 30.9391
Longitude: -6.90943
Elevation: 3782 ft
Country: Morocco
Municipality: Ouarzazate
IATA Code: OZZ
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: GMMM
Timezone: Africa/Casablanca
Distance from City: 2.9 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 12/30

Designation: 12/30
Dimensions: 9843 X 148
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: 72 F/B/X/T
Lighting: Edge lights, REIL
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME (OZT 116.70), NDB (ORZ 384 kHz)
Approach Types: ILS CAT II (RWY 30), VOR-DME, NDB
Remarks: Elevation RWY 12: 3783 ft, RWY 30: 3711 ft. Can accommodate up to B747

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.100 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: 119.300 MHz
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 06:00 – 21:30

Tuesday 06:00 – 21:30

Wednesday 06:00 – 21:30

Thursday 06:00 – 21:30

Friday 06:00 – 21:30

Saturday 06:00 – 21:30

Sunday 06:00 – 21:30

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: 07:00-22:30 local (UTC+1). Hours shift during Ramadan when Morocco reverts to UTC+0. Tower on same hours

Contacts

AIS Tel: +212 524882383
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +212 528821937
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://www.onda.ma/en/Our-Airports/Ouarzazate-Airport
Remarks: ASE Morocco (handler): +212 528821936, email: [email protected], after hours: +212 663434193, fax: +212 528821939. Air Aviation Support: +33 174254247. Airport info desk: +212 524882383. ASE Morocco website: asegrp.aero

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: +212 528821937
Remarks: Landing permit required for private/charter flights (48h advance via DGAC). PPR recommended. Contact ASE Morocco for handling coordination

Customs

Open: 06:00
Close: 21:30
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: International airport of entry. Customs available during airport operating hours. Hours shift during Ramadan (Morocco reverts to UTC+0). Migration card required on arrival

Fees

Landing Fee: N/A
Parking Fee: N/A
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: MAD
Remarks: Fees set by ONDA (Morocco national airport authority). Handler mandatory for private/charter flights. Parking apron: 56311 sqm, capacity 3x B747 or 7x B737. ARFF CAT 7

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-03
Remarks: Supplied by Shell via ASE Morocco. Call ahead to confirm availability

Fuel Type: 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-03
Remarks: AVGAS available but may be hand-pumped. Call ahead to confirm availability. Payment in cash (EUR or MAD)

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
APIS Required: Not recorded
GAR Required: Not recorded
Remarks: International airport with CIQ services. Landing permit required for private flights (48h advance via Morocco DGAC, no fee). Handler appointment mandatory for permit

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Alternates

GMMX

ICAO: GMMX
Name: Menara Intl
Distance (NM): 70.4
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: International airport with full CIQ. Visa on arrival for many nationalities. Busy tourist gateway.

Airport Services

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Morocco Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 2d Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours
Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require advance notification. Generally processed within 2-3 days.

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NOTAMs

No live NOTAM source covers GMMZ. Check the official AIS before flight.

Nearby Airports

GMAZ Zagora Airport 68 NM GMMX Menara Intl 70 NM GMMD Beni Mellal Airport 93 NM GMMO Taroudant Airport 102 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of GMMZ?: Ouarzazate Intl operates from 06:00 to 21:30.
What is the tower frequency at GMMZ?: The tower frequency at Ouarzazate Intl is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at GMMZ?: Ouarzazate Intl offers JET A-1, 100LL.
Does GMMZ require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Ouarzazate Intl (Morocco). Permit details for Morocco
Is customs available at GMMZ?: Yes, customs at Ouarzazate Intl is available from 06:00 to 21:30.
Does GMMZ require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Ouarzazate Intl.
Where is GMMZ located?: Ouarzazate Intl (GMMZ) is located in Ouarzazate, Morocco.
What is the IATA code for GMMZ?: The IATA code for Ouarzazate Intl is OZZ.
Does GMMZ have an ILS approach?: Yes, Ouarzazate Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 12/30.
Is GMMZ a port of entry?: Yes, Ouarzazate Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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