Parachinar Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 14h 13m 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 Parachinar Airport
Parachinar Airport is an airport located in Parachinar, in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Located at about a 25-minute drive from the centre of Parachinar, it used to be the only airport in the former FATA region that was served by any passenger airline, namely Pakistan International Airlines. The PIA service to the airport used to be intermittently suspended for varying durations.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
OPPCLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 / 34 | 3,999 ft / 1,219 m | — | Unk | Unlit | Open |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OPP249B | Special use | Prohibited | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Pakistan airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Parachinar Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Parachinar Airport?
The ICAO code for Parachinar Airport is OPPC, and its IATA code is PAJ.
Where is Parachinar Airport located?
Parachinar Airport is small airport located in Parachinar, Pakistan, at an elevation of 5,800 ft (1,768 m).
How many runways does Parachinar Airport have?
Parachinar Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,999 ft / 1,219 m.
What time zone is Parachinar Airport in?
Parachinar Airport is in the Asia/Karachi time zone (UTC+05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Parachinar Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Parachinar Airport is approximately 3.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Parachinar Airport?
The nearest airport to Parachinar Airport is Salerno North Field (AF-0014), about 32 nm to the s, followed by Salerno Airport and Salerno South Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Parachinar Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.