General Santos International Airport
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About General Santos International Airport
General Santos International Airport, also known as Tambler Airport and General Santos City Airport, is an alternate international airport located in the city of General Santos, Philippines serving the greater area of Soccsksargen. Situated in Fatima, General Santos, it is a large airport on the island of Mindanao and is officially classified as an international airport by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP), a government bureau which is responsible for the management and operations of General Santos International Airport and all other airports in the country except regular international airports.
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Live weather
RPMRLive 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 10,587 ft / 3,227 m | 148 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 119.100 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 680.250 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.400 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TAMBLER | Class B | ATZ | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| TAMBLER | Class D | TMA | 1500 ft MSL | FL200 |
| TAMBLER | Class D | CTR | GND | 1500 ft MSL |
| RPHI FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Philippines airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from General Santos International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for General Santos International Airport?
The ICAO code for General Santos International Airport is RPMR, and its IATA code is GES.
Where is General Santos International Airport located?
General Santos International Airport is large airport located in General Santos, Philippines, at an elevation of 505 ft (154 m).
How many runways does General Santos International Airport have?
General Santos International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 10,587 ft / 3,227 m.
Which airlines fly to General Santos International Airport?
Airlines historically serving General Santos International Airport include Air Philippines, Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from General Santos International Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from General Santos International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is General Santos International Airport in?
General Santos International Airport is in the Asia/Manila time zone (UTC+08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at General Santos International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at General Santos International Airport is approximately 1.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near General Santos International Airport?
The nearest airport to General Santos International Airport is Rajah Buayan Air Base (RPMB), about 8.8 nm to the ene, followed by Philippines Paramotor Training Field and T'Boli Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. General Santos International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.