Sesriem Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 11h 33m 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 Sesriem Airport
Sesriem Airport is a small airport in Sesriem, Namibia (ICAO FYSS, IATA SZM). It sits at an elevation of 2,454 ft (748 m). It observes Africa/Windhoek local time. The nearest airport is Sossusvlei Lodge Landing Site (NA-0060), about 4.4 nm to the ene.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FYSSNOTAMs
FYSSReference 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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLD AREA OUTSIDE NW >FL145 | Class A | Controlled | FL145 | FL660 |
| ABOVE GLIDERZONE SOUTH | Class A | Controlled | FL195 | FL660 |
| NAMIB NAUKLUFT DESERT SRA-2 | Class D | Controlled | GND | FL145 |
| GLD SECTOR S FYA136 | Special use | Gliding sector | FL145 | FL195 |
| SOUTH TMZ | Special use | TMZ | FL145 | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Namibia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Sesriem Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Sesriem Airport?
The ICAO code for Sesriem Airport is FYSS, and its IATA code is SZM.
Where is Sesriem Airport located?
Sesriem Airport is small airport located in Sesriem, Namibia, at an elevation of 2,454 ft (748 m).
What time zone is Sesriem Airport in?
Sesriem Airport is in the Africa/Windhoek time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sesriem Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sesriem Airport is approximately 14.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Sesriem Airport?
The nearest airport to Sesriem Airport is Sossusvlei Lodge Landing Site (NA-0060), about 4.4 nm to the ene, followed by Geluk Airstrip and Farm Whitwater East Landing Strip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sesriem Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.