International hub · Kirkuk AB, Iraq
Kirkuk International
- Elevation
- 1,061 ft
- Coordinates
- 35°28′N 44°21′E
- Local time
- Asia/Baghdad
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Field information
ORKK runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Kirkuk International (ORKK/KIK) has 2 runways; the longest, 13/31, is 9,809 ft (2,990 m) of concrete. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 8. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot required: plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at ORKK, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Baghdad
Country
Iraq
IQ
Municipality
Kirkuk
Elevation
1,061 ft
Position
35.4695, 44.3489
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot required
Runways · ORKK
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 9,809 ft (2,990 m) | 148 ft | concrete | Lighted |
| 14/32 | 8,535 ft (2,601 m) | 160 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at ORKK.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Kirkuk International (ORKK / KIK) in Kirkuk AB, Iraq, through one 24/7 OCC desk. ORKK 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 ORKK
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Iraq
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Iraq. Applicable permit lead times for Iraq 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 Iraq are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at ORKK
Direct FBO and handler coordination at ORKK covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at ORKK
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at ORKK is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to ORKK
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for ORKK: 35° 28′ 10″ N 44° 20′ 56″ E; elevation 1061 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Kirkuk AB
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Kirkuk AB. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at ORKK.
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Cargo Operations at ORKK
Support for freighter operations into ORKK covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where ORKK sits in the network
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Operating into ORKK?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Kirkuk International — one desk for the whole trip.