El Arish International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 54m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About El Arish International Airport
El Arish International Airport is an airport south of El Arish, Egypt.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
HEARNOTAMs
HEARReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16L / 34R | 9,905 ft / 3,019 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 16R / 34L | 9,905 ft / 3,019 m | 148 ft | Asph | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | RADAR | 123.725 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 579.000 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 121.000 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: N (from about 0°), on 17% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 92% | -117 ft | |
| Feb | 91% | 18 ft | |
| Mar | 94% | 240 ft | |
| Apr | 95% | 760 ft | |
| May | 95% | 1,183 ft | |
| Jun | 98% | 1,658 ft | |
| Jul | 100% | 2,039 ft | |
| Aug | 100% | 2,035 ft | |
| Sep | 99% | 1,784 ft | |
| Oct | 99% | 1,272 ft | |
| Nov | 97% | 752 ft | |
| Dec | 94% | 185 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-117–2,039 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from El Arish International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for El Arish International Airport?
The ICAO code for El Arish International Airport is HEAR, and its IATA code is AAC.
Where is El Arish International Airport located?
El Arish International Airport is large airport located in El Arish, Egypt, at an elevation of 118 ft (36 m).
How many runways does El Arish International Airport have?
El Arish International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 9,905 ft / 3,019 m.
What time zone is El Arish International Airport in?
El Arish International Airport is in the Africa/Cairo time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at El Arish International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at El Arish International Airport is approximately 4.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near El Arish International Airport?
The nearest airport to El Arish International Airport is El Jora Airport (EGH), about 16.8 nm to the e, followed by Talmei Yosef Airstrip and Kzeiot Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. El Arish International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.