Jalal Talabani International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 1m 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 Jalal Talabani International Airport
Jalal Talabani International Airport, formerly known as Sulaymaniyah International Airport is 14 kilometers west of the city of Sulaymaniyah in Kurdistan Region, Iraq. The airport encompasses an approximate area of 13.5 square kilometers. The combined capacity of the airport terminals is currently 1.5 million passengers per year and can be expanded to accommodate up to 3 million passengers annually. Despite this capacity, passenger traffic in this airport is very low, peaking at only 574,645 passengers in 2015.
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Live weather
ORSUNOTAMs
ORSUReference 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 | 11,481 ft / 3,499 m | 148 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AAS | ADVSY SVC | 118.300 MHz |
| ACC | KIRKUK ACC | 125.300 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
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: WNW (from about 292.5°), on 15% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 59% | 1,742 ft | |
| Feb | 69% | 1,994 ft | |
| Mar | 70% | 2,434 ft | |
| Apr | 80% | 3,064 ft | |
| May | 80% | 3,880 ft | |
| Jun | 89% | 5,048 ft | |
| Jul | 94% | 5,560 ft | |
| Aug | 95% | 5,449 ft | |
| Sep | 98% | 4,556 ft | |
| Oct | 92% | 3,465 ft | |
| Nov | 74% | 2,507 ft | |
| Dec | 61% | 1,957 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,742–5,560 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Jalal Talabani International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Jalal Talabani International Airport?
The ICAO code for Jalal Talabani International Airport is ORSU, and its IATA code is ISU.
Where is Jalal Talabani International Airport located?
Jalal Talabani International Airport is medium airport located in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq, at an elevation of 2,494 ft (760 m).
How many runways does Jalal Talabani International Airport have?
Jalal Talabani International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 11,481 ft / 3,499 m.
Which airlines fly to Jalal Talabani International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Jalal Talabani International Airport include Atlasjet, Fly Dubai, Germania, Iran Aseman Airlines, Maastricht Airlines, Qatar Airways, among 8 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Jalal Talabani International Airport?
Historical data lists 8 nonstop destinations from Jalal Talabani International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Jalal Talabani International Airport in?
Jalal Talabani International Airport is in the Asia/Baghdad time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Jalal Talabani International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Jalal Talabani International Airport is approximately 5.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Jalal Talabani International Airport?
The nearest airport to Jalal Talabani International Airport is Arbat Airport (IQ-0065), about 18.4 nm to the ese, followed by Baneh Airport and Kirkuk International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Jalal Talabani International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.