What are the operating hours of OAHR?

Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport operates from 01:30 to 17:30.

What is the tower frequency at OAHR?

The tower frequency at Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport is 119.15 MHz.

What fuel is available at OAHR?

Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport offers JET A-1.

Is customs available at OAHR?

Yes, customs at Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport is available from 05:00 to 17:00.

Does OAHR require slots or PPR?

Slots are required and PPR is required at Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport.

Where is OAHR located?

Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport (OAHR) is located in Guzara, Afghanistan.

What is the IATA code for OAHR?

The IATA code for Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport is HEA.

Is OAHR a port of entry?

Yes, Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport (OAHR/HEA) — Guzara, Afghanistan

Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport (OAHR/HEA) serves Guzara, Afghanistan. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (18/36). Field elevation is 3206 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 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 10/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-07

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: OAHR
Name: Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 34.209999
Longitude: 62.228298
Elevation: 3206 ft
Country: Afghanistan
Municipality: Guzara
IATA Code: HEA
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: OAKX
Timezone: Asia/Kabul
Distance from City: 12.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 18/36

Designation: 18/36
Dimensions: 9888 X 148
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: 39/F/A/W/T
Lighting: HIGH intensity
NAVAIDs: VOR/DME AHR 116.20, NDB HRT 412
Approach Types: VOR/DME, NDB
Remarks: RWY 36 true heading 007.3°, elevation 3133 ft, slope +0.9°; TORA/LDA 8218 ft per (9888 ft per /OurAirports). RWY 18 true heading 187.3°, elevation 3206 ft, slope -0.9°. PCN 39/F/A/W/T (Flexible, subgrade High, tire pressure High, no limit, Technical Evaluation). Joint civil/military. Max wingspan 45 m.

Frequencies

Tower: 119.150 MHz
Ground: 120.500 MHz
Operations: 118.1; 240.3; 123.35; 126.45 MHz
Traffic/Approach: Tower 119.15 MHz (0130-1730Z); Ground 120.5 MHz; Emergency 121.5 / 243.0 MHz MHz
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 01:30 – 17:30

Tuesday 01:30 – 17:30

Wednesday 01:30 – 17:30

Thursday 01:30 – 17:30

Friday 01:30 – 17:30

Saturday 01:30 – 17:30

Sunday 01:30 – 17:30

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: Airport hours 0130-1730Z (Civil). Control tower hours 0130-1730Z. MET office H24, TAF issued every 6 hours.

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +93 799 574040
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: www.motca.gov.af/id13
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: Yes
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: Herat Tower 119.15 MHz
Remarks: ETA 24 hrs PPR required. Fuel 48 hrs PPR required. Slots required for scheduled commercial and cargo flights.

Customs

Open: 05:00
Close: 17:00
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: Local hours approx 09:30-21:30 AFT (UTC+4:30). Available on request outside published hours for international arrivals.

Fees

Landing Fee: N/A
Parking Fee: N/A
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: AFN
Remarks: N/A

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-07
Remarks: JET A-1 available. 48 hrs PPR required for fuel.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Afghanistan does not participate in EU APIS scheme. No US CBP Preclearance. Landing permit coordination required through Afghan Civil Aviation Authority (ACAA).

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: 17:30
Curfew End: 01:30
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Max wingspan: 45 m. Joint civil/military airport. Fire category 7.

Alternates

OAMN

ICAO: OAMN
Name: Maymana Zahiraddin Faryabi Airport
Distance (NM): 161.5
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

OAKN

ICAO: OAKN
Name: Kandahar
Distance (NM): 243.9
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: N/A

OAMS

ICAO: OAMS
Name: Mazar-i-Sharif International Airport
Distance (NM): 285.6
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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Active NOTAMs

G0254/26 warning

Aerodrome restriction

AIRPORT HOURS OF OPERATION ARE NOW 0030-1730.

2026-07-06 07:30:00 2026-10-02 23:59:00

G0273/26 caution

NDB out of service

NDB HRT FREQ 412 KHZ U/S, DUE TO ELECTRICAL FAILURE.

2026-07-19 04:30:00 2026-10-15 23:59:00

G0201/26 caution

Taxiway lighting closed

TWY G CLSD TO MEDIUM AND HEAVY ACFT, DUE TO PAVEMENT DAMAGE.

2026-05-25 11:15:00 2026-08-20 23:59:00

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of OAHR?: Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport operates from 01:30 to 17:30.
What is the tower frequency at OAHR?: The tower frequency at Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport is 119.15 MHz.
What fuel is available at OAHR?: Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport offers JET A-1.
Is customs available at OAHR?: Yes, customs at Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport is available from 05:00 to 17:00.
Does OAHR require slots or PPR?: Slots are required and PPR is required at Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport.
Where is OAHR located?: Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport (OAHR) is located in Guzara, Afghanistan.
What is the IATA code for OAHR?: The IATA code for Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport is HEA.
How long is the runway at OAHR?: The main runway at Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport (18/36) measures 9888 X 148.
Is OAHR a port of entry?: Yes, Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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