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Ouarzazate Intl (GMMZ/OZZ) — Ouarzazate, Morocco

Ouarzazate Intl (GMMZ/OZZ) serves Ouarzazate, Morocco. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (12/30). Field elevation is 3782 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Operations 2/2
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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
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • 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.

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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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Active NOTAMs

A0144/19 caution
ILS procedure changed
REF AD2 GMMZ-39-2 WEF 07 JUN 2016: READ ILS Z RWY 30 INSTEAD OF ILS OU LOC RWY 30 CORRECT AIP MOROCCO
2019-03-08 16:10:00 Until further notice
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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).
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.
How long is the runway at GMMZ?
The main runway at Ouarzazate Intl (12/30) measures 9843 X 148.
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.