
International hub · Taif, Saudi Arabia
Taif
- Elevation
- 4,848 ft
- Coordinates
- 21°29′N 40°33′E
- Local time
- Asia/Riyadh
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Field information
OETF runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Taif (OETF/TIF) has 2 runways; the longest, 07/25, is 12,254 ft (3,735 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3): plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at OETF, 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
Taif
Elevation
4,848 ft
Position
21.4847, 40.5441
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · OETF
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 12,254 ft (3,735 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 17/35 | 10,991 ft (3,350 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at OETF.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Taif (OETF / TIF) in Taif, Saudi Arabia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. OETF 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 OETF
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 OETF
Direct FBO and handler coordination at OETF covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at OETF
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at OETF is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to OETF
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for OETF: 21° 29′ 5″ N 40° 32′ 39″ E; elevation 4848 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Taif
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Taif. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at OETF.
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Cargo Operations at OETF
Support for freighter operations into OETF covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where OETF sits in the network
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Operating into OETF?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Taif — one desk for the whole trip.