What are the operating hours of OAKN?

Kandahar operates from 00:30 to 17:30 (on request).

What is the tower frequency at OAKN?

The tower frequency at Kandahar is 125.5 MHz.

Does OAKN require slots or PPR?

Slots are required and PPR is required at Kandahar.

Where is OAKN located?

Kandahar (OAKN) is located in Kandahar, Afghanistan.

What is the IATA code for OAKN?

The IATA code for Kandahar is KDH.

How long is the runway at OAKN?

The main runway at Kandahar (05/23) measures 10532 X 148.

Is OAKN a port of entry?

Yes, Kandahar is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Kandahar (OAKN/KDH) — Kandahar, Afghanistan

Kandahar (OAKN/KDH) serves Kandahar, Afghanistan. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (05/23). Field elevation is 3337 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 4/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 0/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 9/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-07

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: OAKN
Name: Kandahar
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 31.5058
Longitude: 65.847801
Elevation: 3337 ft
Country: Afghanistan
Municipality: Kandahar
IATA Code: KDH
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: OAKX
Timezone: Asia/Kabul
Distance from City: 17.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 05/23

Designation: 05/23
Dimensions: 10532 X 148
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: 59/F/A/W/T
Lighting: LIRL, PAPI
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: Rwy 23: True heading 235°, displaced threshold 200.1 ft, TODA 10532 ft, LDA 8531 ft. PCN evaluation method: Technical Evaluation. Runway open. Joint civil/military use. VFR approaches only.

Frequencies

Tower: 125.500 MHz
Ground: 126.700 MHz
Operations: 120.800 MHz
Traffic/Approach: Approach 120.8 MHz; Tower 125.5 MHz (0030-1730Z MHz
ATIS: 127.020 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 00:30 – 17:30

Tuesday 00:30 – 17:30

Wednesday 00:30 – 17:30

Thursday 00:30 – 17:30

Friday 00:30 – 17:30

Saturday 00:30 – 17:30

Sunday 00:30 – 17:30

Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: Local hours: 0730-2200 (UTC+4:30). Tower: 0030-1730Z. Outside hours O/T PPR.

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: Yes
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: Slots required. Outside published hours (0030-1730Z), PPR required.

Fees

Landing Fee: Variable per metric ton MTOW (AFN)
Parking Fee: 50.00 AFN per metric ton per 24 hours
Handling Mandatory: No
Currency: AFN
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: N/A

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: 17:30
Curfew End: 00:30
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Joint civil/military airport. VFR approaches only. No fuel available. Operations outside 0030-1730Z require PPR. No DST observed (UTC+4:30 year-round).

Alternates

OAKS

ICAO: OAKS
Name: Khost International Airport
Distance (NM): 227.0
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: Prior permission required for all international flights.

OAHR

ICAO: OAHR
Name: Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport
Distance (NM): 243.9
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Afghanistan does not participate in EU APIS scheme. No US CBP Preclearance. Landing permit coordination required through Afghan Civil Aviation Authority (ACAA).

OAKB

ICAO: OAKB
Name: Kabul Intl
Distance (NM): 249.5
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: No US CBP preclearance. Landing permit required in advance from Afghan Ministry of Foreign Affairs for non-scheduled flights. Visa required for crew and passengers.

Airport Services

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Active NOTAMs

G0249/26 warning

Aerodrome restriction

OPERATION HOURS OF OAKN AIRPORT CHANGED TO 0000-1730.

2026-07-02 06:50:00 2026-09-01 17:30:00

G0235/26 info

DVOR/DME KDR FREQ 116.0MHZ/107X UNSERVICEABLE, DUE TO TECHNICAL PROBLEMS.

2026-06-29 06:30:00 2026-08-29 07:00:00

G0237/26 info

KANDAHAR TOWER AFIS VOICE RECORDER NOT AVAILABLE.

2026-06-29 06:30:00 2026-08-29 07:00:00

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of OAKN?: Kandahar operates from 00:30 to 17:30 (on request).
What is the tower frequency at OAKN?: The tower frequency at Kandahar is 125.5 MHz.
Does OAKN require slots or PPR?: Slots are required and PPR is required at Kandahar.
Where is OAKN located?: Kandahar (OAKN) is located in Kandahar, Afghanistan.
What is the IATA code for OAKN?: The IATA code for Kandahar is KDH.
How long is the runway at OAKN?: The main runway at Kandahar (05/23) measures 10532 X 148.
Is OAKN a port of entry?: Yes, Kandahar is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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