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King Fahd Intl (OEDF/DMM) — Dammam, Saudi Arabia

King Fahd Intl (OEDF/DMM) serves Dammam, Saudi Arabia. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (16L/34R, 16R/34L). Field elevation is 72 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
Observed Activity · Jul 21
16 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 00:00Z
2026-07-182026-07-21
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: OEDF
  • Name: King Fahd Intl
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 26.471201
  • Longitude: 49.797901
  • Elevation: 72 ft
  • Country: Saudi Arabia
  • Municipality: Dammam
  • IATA Code: DMM
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Asia/Riyadh
  • Distance from City: 30.7 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 16L/34R

  • Designation: 16L/34R
  • Dimensions: 13124 X 197
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT II (34R), ILS CAT I (16L), RNAV (GNSS)
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 16R/34L

  • Designation: 16R/34L
  • Dimensions: 13124 X 197
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I (34L), ILS CAT I (16R), RNAV (GNSS)
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 124.350 MHz
  • Ground: 121.650, 121.750 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 128.050 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday N/A
Tuesday N/A
Wednesday N/A
Thursday N/A
Friday N/A
Saturday N/A
Sunday 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: Yes
  • PPR Contact: GACA Permits; [email protected]
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx SAR 18-35 per tonne
  • Parking Fee: First 4 hours free; then SAR 7-18 per tonne per day
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: SAR
  • Remarks: King Fahd International (Dammam). Largest airport by area in the world. Handlers: SGS, NAS.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Aramco-supplied. Near refinery infrastructure.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Full CIQ. Landing permit required from GACA.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: 3
  • Remarks: No curfew. Remote location minimizes noise concerns.

Alternates

OBBI

  • ICAO: OBBI
  • Name: Bahrain Intl
  • Distance (NM): 46.8
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ H24. eVisa available for many nationalities.

Airport Services

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Saudi Arabia Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 3d Landing: 7d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 24-48 hours (minimum); 3 business days recommended
  • Landing Lead Time: 3 business days (minimum); 5 business days recommended
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require GACA permit with 5-7 days lead time. Handling agent mandatory.

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Active NOTAMs

A2363/26 warning
Runway closed
RWY 16R/34L CLSD.
2026-07-21 22:00:00 2026-07-23 04:00:00
A2371/26 caution
Taxiway lighting closed
PORTION TWY C ABM ACFT STAND 20 CLSD.
2026-07-21 07:00:00 2026-07-28 06:00:00
W0910/26 info
PJE WILL TAKE PLACE WI CIRCLE RADIUS 5NM CENTERED ON: 265605N0494248E.
2026-07-19 03:00:00 2026-07-23 08:45:00
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Nearby Airports

OERT Ras Tanura Airport 20 NM OEDR King Abdulaziz Air Base 23 NM OEJL King Abdulaziz Naval Base 29 NM OEBQ Abqaiq Airport 35 NM OEJB Jubail Airport 40 NM OBKH Sakhir Air Base 47 NM OBBI Bahrain Intl 47 NM OEAA Abu Ali Airport 52 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at OEDF?
The tower frequency at King Fahd Intl is 124.35 MHz.
What fuel is available at OEDF?
King Fahd Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does OEDF require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for King Fahd Intl (Saudi Arabia).
Does OEDF require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at King Fahd Intl.
Where is OEDF located?
King Fahd Intl (OEDF) is located in Dammam, Saudi Arabia.
What is the IATA code for OEDF?
The IATA code for King Fahd Intl is DMM.
How long is the runway at OEDF?
The main runway at King Fahd Intl (16L/34R) measures 13124 X 197.
Does OEDF have an ILS approach?
Yes, King Fahd Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 16L/34R, 16R/34L.
Is OEDF a port of entry?
Yes, King Fahd Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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