Oranjemund Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 11h 26m 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 Oranjemund Airport
Oranjemund Airport is an airport serving Oranjemund, a town in the ǁKaras Region of Namibia. The town and airport are located near the northern bank of the Orange River, which is the border between Namibia and South Africa.
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Live weather
FYOGNOTAMs
FYOGReference 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | 5,252 ft / 1,601 m | 59 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 16 / 34 | 3,500 ft / 1,067 m | 60 ft | Gvl | Unlit | Closed |
| 07 / 25 | 3,000 ft / 914 m | 47 ft | Gvl | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | ALEXANDER BAY RDO | 118.700 MHz |
| TWR | ALEXANDER BAY TWR | 118.700 MHz |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLD AREA OUTSIDE SOUTH >FL145 | Class A | Controlled | FL145 | FL660 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Namibia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
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: S (from about 180°), on 24% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 50% | 460 ft | |
| Feb | 55% | 431 ft | |
| Mar | 56% | 386 ft | |
| Apr | 57% | 82 ft | |
| May | 63% | -230 ft | |
| Jun | 71% | -349 ft | |
| Jul | 65% | -586 ft | |
| Aug | 61% | -438 ft | |
| Sep | 58% | -311 ft | |
| Oct | 67% | -82 ft | |
| Nov | 46% | 82 ft | |
| Dec | 60% | 304 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-586–460 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Oranjemund Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Oranjemund Airport?
The ICAO code for Oranjemund Airport is FYOG, and its IATA code is OMD.
Where is Oranjemund Airport located?
Oranjemund Airport is medium airport located in Oranjemund, Namibia, at an elevation of 14 ft (4 m).
How many runways does Oranjemund Airport have?
Oranjemund Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 5,252 ft / 1,601 m.
Which airlines fly to Oranjemund Airport?
Airlines historically serving Oranjemund Airport include Air Namibia (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Oranjemund Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Oranjemund Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Oranjemund Airport in?
Oranjemund Airport is in the Africa/Windhoek time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Oranjemund Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Oranjemund 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 Oranjemund Airport?
The nearest airport to Oranjemund Airport is Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ), about 4.6 nm to the e, followed by Baken Mine Airport and Auchas Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Oranjemund Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.