Alexander Bay Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 10h 29m 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 Alexander Bay Airport
Alexander Bay Airport (IATA: ALJ, ICAO: FAAB) is an airport serving Alexander Bay (Namakwa District Municipality), a town in the Northern Cape province of South Africa. The airport was closed in 2007, and locals in Alexander Bay usually use Oranjemund Airport instead, which is just across the border in Namibia, located about 18 km (11 mi) away. The airport is occasionally used for private or specific charter aviation.
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Live weather
FAABLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 6,063 ft / 1,848 m | 151 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 07 / 25 | 5,499 ft / 1,676 m | 118 ft | Gvl | Unlit | Open |
| 11 / 29 | 4,823 ft / 1,470 m | 115 ft | Gvl | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | AFIS | 118.700 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G465 CLASS C-1 | Class C | Controlled | FL145 | FL195 |
| JOHANNESBURG WEST | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all South Africa airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Alexander Bay Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Alexander Bay Airport?
The ICAO code for Alexander Bay Airport is FAAB, and its IATA code is ALJ.
Where is Alexander Bay Airport located?
Alexander Bay Airport is medium airport located in Alexander Bay, South Africa, at an elevation of 98 ft (30 m).
How many runways does Alexander Bay Airport have?
Alexander Bay Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 6,063 ft / 1,848 m.
What time zone is Alexander Bay Airport in?
Alexander Bay Airport is in the Africa/Windhoek time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Alexander Bay Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Alexander Bay Airport is approximately 20.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Alexander Bay Airport?
The nearest airport to Alexander Bay Airport is Oranjemund Airport (OMD), about 4.6 nm to the w, followed by Baken Mine Airport and Auchas Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Alexander Bay Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.