Regional airport · Kufra, Libya
Kufra International
- Elevation
- 1,367 ft
- Coordinates
- 24°11′N 23°19′E
- Local time
- Africa/Tripoli
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Field information
HLKF runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Kufra International (HLKF/AKF) has 2 runways; the longest, 02L/20R, is 12,007 ft (3,660 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 6. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at HLKF, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
Regional airport
Time zone
Africa/Tripoli
Country
Libya
LY
Municipality
Kufra
Elevation
1,367 ft
Position
24.1787, 23.3140
Traffic level
Low
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 6
Runways · HLKF
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02L/20R | 12,007 ft (3,660 m) | 100 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 02R/20L | 12,007 ft (3,660 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at HLKF.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Kufra International (HLKF / AKF) in Kufra, Libya, through one 24/7 OCC desk. HLKF is listed in our network as a regional airport. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at HLKF
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Libya
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Libya. Applicable permit lead times for Libya are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Libya are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at HLKF
Direct FBO and handler coordination at HLKF covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at HLKF
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at HLKF is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to HLKF
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for HLKF: 24° 10′ 43″ N 23° 18′ 50″ E; elevation 1367 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Kufra
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Kufra. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at HLKF.
- 06
Cargo Operations at HLKF
Support for freighter operations into HLKF covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where HLKF sits in the network
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Operating into HLKF?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Kufra International — one desk for the whole trip.