Damascus International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 59m 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 Damascus International Airport
Damascus International Airport is the international airport of Damascus, the capital of Syria and the home base of the national flag carrier airline, Syrian Air. Damascus International Airport serves as a primary gateway to Syria and is one of the largest airports in the country along with Aleppo International Airport and Latakia International Airport. Inaugurated in the mid-1970s, it also is the country's busiest airport.
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Live weather
OSDINOTAMs
OSDIReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05R / 23L | 11,811 ft / 3,600 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 05L / 23R | 9,843 ft / 3,000 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Closed |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 120.000 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 128.225 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.500 MHz |
Navaids(4)
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: SW (from about 225°), on 22% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 73% | 1,454 ft | |
| Feb | 77% | 1,691 ft | |
| Mar | 86% | 2,114 ft | |
| Apr | 89% | 2,671 ft | |
| May | 94% | 3,339 ft | |
| Jun | 98% | 3,859 ft | |
| Jul | 97% | 4,208 ft | |
| Aug | 96% | 4,126 ft | |
| Sep | 98% | 3,696 ft | |
| Oct | 96% | 2,990 ft | |
| Nov | 84% | 2,159 ft | |
| Dec | 64% | 1,662 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,454–4,208 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Damascus International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Damascus International Airport?
The ICAO code for Damascus International Airport is OSDI, and its IATA code is DAM.
Where is Damascus International Airport located?
Damascus International Airport is large airport located in Damascus, Syria, at an elevation of 2,020 ft (616 m).
How many runways does Damascus International Airport have?
Damascus International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 11,811 ft / 3,600 m.
What time zone is Damascus International Airport in?
Damascus International Airport is in the Asia/Damascus time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Damascus International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Damascus International Airport is approximately 5.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Damascus International Airport?
The nearest airport to Damascus International Airport is Marj Ruhayyil Air Base (OS63), about 8.1 nm to the ssw, followed by Mezzeh Airport and Dumayr Air Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Damascus International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.