El Alamein 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 Alamein International Airport
El Alamein International Airport is an international airport located in El Dabaa, Matrouh Governorate, Egypt. The airport is located at the Northern coast, 160 km (99 mi) west of Alexandria.
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El Alamein International Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: HEBA.
Live weather
HEBANOTAMs
HEBAReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31 | 11,479 ft / 3,499 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 123.400 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: NW (from about 315°), on 22% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 82% | -228 ft | |
| Feb | 84% | -183 ft | |
| Mar | 85% | 166 ft | |
| Apr | 87% | 539 ft | |
| May | 92% | 1,006 ft | |
| Jun | 96% | 1,472 ft | |
| Jul | 97% | 1,821 ft | |
| Aug | 97% | 1,801 ft | |
| Sep | 96% | 1,583 ft | |
| Oct | 92% | 1,079 ft | |
| Nov | 88% | 567 ft | |
| Dec | 91% | 62 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-228–1,821 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from El Alamein International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for El Alamein International Airport?
The ICAO code for El Alamein International Airport is HEAL, and its IATA code is DBB.
Where is El Alamein International Airport located?
El Alamein International Airport is large airport located in El Alamein, Egypt, at an elevation of 154 ft (47 m).
How many runways does El Alamein International Airport have?
El Alamein International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 11,479 ft / 3,499 m.
What time zone is El Alamein International Airport in?
El Alamein International Airport is in the Africa/Cairo time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at El Alamein International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at El Alamein International Airport is approximately 4.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near El Alamein International Airport?
The nearest airport to El Alamein International Airport is Alexandria International Airport (HBE), about 63.6 nm to the e, followed by Malan Frein Airport and Mersa Matruh International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. El Alamein International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.