
International hub · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi/Zayed International
- Elevation
- 88 ft
- Coordinates
- 24°26′N 54°39′E
- Local time
- Asia/Dubai
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Field information
OMAA runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Abu Dhabi/Zayed International (OMAA/AUH) has 2 runways; the longest, 13R/31L, is 13,471 ft (4,106 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 10. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Schedules facilitated (IATA Level 2): plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at OMAA, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Dubai
Country
United Arab Emirates
AE
Municipality
Abu Dhabi
Elevation
88 ft
Position
24.4410, 54.6492
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 10
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Schedules facilitated (IATA Level 2)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · OMAA
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13R/31L | 13,471 ft (4,106 m) | 197 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 13L/31R | 13,451 ft (4,100 m) | 197 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at OMAA.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Abu Dhabi/Zayed International (OMAA / AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, through one 24/7 OCC desk. OMAA 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 OMAA
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – United Arab Emirates
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of United Arab Emirates. Applicable permit lead times for United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at OMAA
Direct FBO and handler coordination at OMAA covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at OMAA
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at OMAA is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to OMAA
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for OMAA: 24° 26′ 27″ N 54° 38′ 57″ E; elevation 88 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Abu Dhabi
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Abu Dhabi. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at OMAA.
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Cargo Operations at OMAA
Support for freighter operations into OMAA covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where OMAA sits in the network
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Operating into OMAA?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Abu Dhabi/Zayed International — one desk for the whole trip.