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Payam Karaj International Airport (OIIP/PYK) — Karaj, Iran, Islamic Republic of

At a glance

Operating hours: 04:00–12:30 UTC (on request)
Customs: 04:00–12:30 UTC (on request)
Fuel: JET A-1 only (confirmed by AcuKwik: 'JET ONLY')
Tower: 118.40
Runways: 12/30
Elevation: 4,170 ft

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 2/4

Frequencies 4/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 2/2

Additional Info 10/10

Data last updated: 2026-06-24

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: OIIP
Name: Payam Karaj International Airport
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 35.7761
Longitude: 50.826698
Elevation: 4170 ft
Country: Iran, Islamic Republic of
Municipality: Karaj
IATA Code: PYK
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: OIIX
Timezone: Asia/Tehran
Distance from City: 13.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 12/30

Designation: 12/30
Dimensions: 12005 X 197
Surface: N/A
PCN: N/A
Lighting: N/A
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: Precision approach markings. Overrun 50m RWY12, 32m RWY30. Width confirmed 60m (197ft) per OurAirports and official Iranian source (iranairems.com). Apron: 128,000 sqm, 9 stands.

Frequencies

Tower: 118.400 MHz
Ground: 121.650 MHz
Operations: 118.400 MHz
Traffic/Approach: 121.650 MHz
ATIS: 127.050 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 04:00 – 12:30

Tuesday 04:00 – 12:30

Wednesday 04:00 – 12:30

Thursday 04:00 – 12:30

Friday 04:00 – 12:30

Saturday 04:00 – 12:30

Sunday 04:00 – 12:30

Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: ATS 0430-1300Z winter / 0330-1200Z summer. Ops outside hours require PPR.

Contacts

AIS Tel: +98 2633266018
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +98 2633266011
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://www.payamaviation.ir/
Remarks: Admin lines: +98 2633266001 to 15. Operator: Payam Aviation Service Co.

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: Payam Aviation Services Co. Website: pasc.ir
Remarks: 24h PPR required for all flights, minimum 72h before EOBT. AOE cargo only.

Customs

Open: 04:00
Close: 12:30
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: Available O/R outside operating hours. AOE cargo only. Not a designated airport of entry.

Fees

Landing Fee: N/A
Parking Fee: N/A
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: IRR
Remarks: Handling mandatory. Air nav charges: 0.004 USD/ton/km flown over Iran, minimum 100 USD per flight. Permits free of charge via authorized agents with pre-deposited accounts.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1 only (confirmed by AcuKwik: 'JET ONLY')
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-02
Remarks: 2 fuel trucks, 20,000L capacity, 60L/sec flow rate. No limitation. JET only — no avgas available.

Immigration

Port of Entry: No
APIS Required: Not recorded
GAR Required: Not recorded
Remarks: Not a port of entry. Customs/immigration by arrangement only.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Primarily cargo airport. Passenger services limited. ARFF Cat 7.

Alternates

OIIM

ICAO: OIIM
Name: Naja Airport
Distance (NM): 2.6
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: Not recorded
Immigration Remarks: N/A

OIII

ICAO: OIII
Name: Mehrabad Intl
Distance (NM): 24.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: International airports are ports of entry. Visa on arrival available for some nationalities. Crew must have valid Iranian visas unless exempt. Sanctions may affect crew nationalities accepted.

OIIE

ICAO: OIIE
Name: Imam Khomaini Intl
Distance (NM): 26.8
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ. Visa on arrival for many nationalities. US/UK/Canadian passport holders require pre-arranged visa. Crew visa may be required.

Airport Services

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Iran, Islamic Republic of Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 5d Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: Minimum 3 working days; 4-8 business days practical lead time depending on provider; 30-45 days for U.S.-registered aircraft due to sanctions
Landing Lead Time: Minimum 3 working days; practical lead time 4-8 business days

Private / GA Operations:

Private and GA flights require full permits. Extended processing times common. U.S.-registered aircraft face additional sanctions-related requirements (30-45 days lead time).

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Active NOTAMs

A2388/26

warning

Aerodrome restriction

REF AIP PAGE AD 2-1 OIIP ITEM 2.3 NR 7, ATS OPR HR CHG TO 0300-1030 AND OUT OF THESE TIMES PPR.

2026-10-23 11:17 UTC 2026-12-21 10:30 UTC

A1927/26

warning

Aerodrome restriction

REF NOTAM A1915/26, OPERATION OF ALL FLT SUSPENDED, EXC VFR GENERAL AVIATON FLT.

2026-08-25 19:20 UTC 2026-11-22 23:59 UTC

A2375/26

caution

Approach lighting out

PAPI RWY 30 U/S AND SUBSEQUENTLY REQUIRED FLTCK.

2026-10-21 08:22 UTC 2027-01-19 23:59 UTC

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Nearby Airports

OIIM Naja Airport 3 NM OIIA Qazvin Azadi Airport 21 NM OIII Mehrabad International Airport 24 NM OIIE Imam Khomaini International Airport 27 NM OIID Doshan Tappeh Air Base 32 NM OI19 Firuzabad Air Base 36 NM OIIK Qazvin Airport 47 NM OIIC Kushke Nosrat Airport 48 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of OIIP?: Payam Karaj International Airport operates from 04:00 to 12:30 (on request).
What is the tower frequency at OIIP?: The tower frequency at Payam Karaj International Airport is 118.40 MHz.
What fuel is available at OIIP?: Payam Karaj International Airport offers JET A-1 only (confirmed by AcuKwik: 'JET ONLY').
Does OIIP require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Payam Karaj International Airport (Iran, Islamic Republic of). Permit details for Iran, Islamic Republic of
Is customs available at OIIP?: Yes, customs at Payam Karaj International Airport is available from 04:00 to 12:30.
Does OIIP require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Payam Karaj International Airport.
Where is OIIP located?: Payam Karaj International Airport (OIIP) is located in Karaj, Iran, Islamic Republic of.
What is the IATA code for OIIP?: The IATA code for Payam Karaj International Airport is PYK.

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