Birjand International Airport
Birjand International Airport (OIMB/XBJ) serves Birjand, Iran, Islamic Republic of. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (08/26, 10/28). Field elevation is 4952 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: OIMB
- Name: Birjand International Airport
- Type: medium_airport
- Category: Uncategorized
- Latitude: 32.896526
- Longitude: 59.281258
- Elevation: 4952 ft
- Country: Iran, Islamic Republic of
- Municipality: Birjand
- IATA Code: XBJ
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: N/A
- Timezone: N/A
- Distance from City: N/A km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: No
Runways
Runway 08/26
- Designation: 08/26
- Dimensions: 2162x25m
- Surface: ASP
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: Not lighted
- NAVAIDs: N/A
- Approach Types: N/A
- Remarks: N/A
Runway 10/28
- Designation: 10/28
- Dimensions: 2902x45m
- Surface: ASP
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: Not lighted
- NAVAIDs: N/A
- Approach Types: N/A
- Remarks: N/A
Frequencies
- Tower: N/A
- Ground: N/A
- Operations: 127.100 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: N/A
- ATIS: N/A
Operation Hours
- Open: N/A
- Close: 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: Iran CAO; coordinate through approved handling agent. Minimum 7 working days.
- Remarks: N/A
Fees
- Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approximately 800 IRR per kilogram
- Parking Fee: First 2 hours free; approximately 400 IRR per kilogram per hour thereafter
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: IRR
- Remarks: Birjand International Airport. South Khorasan province capital. Eastern Iran near Afghan border.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: Jet A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-02-18
- Remarks: Available during operating hours. Pre-arrange fueling. Remote eastern location.
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: No
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: International airport. Iran CAO customs. Near Afghan border. Limited international traffic.
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: N/A
- Remarks: No curfew. Elevation 1,491m (4,892 ft). Arid climate. Dust storms possible. Near Afghan border; check airspace.
Airport Services
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Iran, Islamic Republic of Permit Requirements
- 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 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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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What fuel is available at OIMB?
- Birjand International Airport offers Jet A-1.
- Does OIMB require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for Birjand International Airport (Iran, Islamic Republic of).
- Does OIMB require slots or PPR?
- PPR is required at Birjand International Airport.