International hub · Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Dharan/King Abdulaziz AB
- Elevation
- 84 ft
- Coordinates
- 26°16′N 50°09′E
- Local time
- Asia/Riyadh
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Field information
OEDR runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Dharan/King Abdulaziz AB (OEDR/DHA) has 2 runways; the longest, 16R/34L, is 12,008 ft (3,660 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 9. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at OEDR, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Riyadh
Country
Saudi Arabia
SA
Municipality
Dhahran
Elevation
84 ft
Position
26.2654, 50.1520
Traffic level
Medium
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 9
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Runways · OEDR
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16R/34L | 12,008 ft (3,660 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 16L/34R | 11,811 ft (3,600 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at OEDR.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Dharan/King Abdulaziz AB (OEDR / DHA) in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. OEDR is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at OEDR
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Saudi Arabia
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Saudi Arabia. Applicable permit lead times for Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at OEDR
Direct FBO and handler coordination at OEDR covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at OEDR
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at OEDR is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to OEDR
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for OEDR: 26° 15′ 55″ N 50° 9′ 7″ E; elevation 84 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Dhahran
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Dhahran. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at OEDR.
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Cargo Operations at OEDR
Support for freighter operations into OEDR covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where OEDR sits in the network
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Operating into OEDR?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Dharan/King Abdulaziz AB — one desk for the whole trip.