Tombouktou Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 30m 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 Tombouktou Airport
Timbuktu Airport is an airport in Timbuktu, Mali that opened on April 15, 1961.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Tombouktou Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: GAGO.
Live weather
GAGONOTAMs
GAGOReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 6,923 ft / 2,110 m | 98 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
Navaids(3)
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: E (from about 90°), on 9% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2% | 2,196 ft | |
| Feb | 2% | 2,660 ft | |
| Mar | 12% | 3,254 ft | |
| Apr | 12% | 3,738 ft | |
| May | 3% | 4,241 ft | |
| Jun | 19% | 3,910 ft | |
| Jul | 45% | 3,491 ft | |
| Aug | 49% | 3,016 ft | |
| Sep | 33% | 2,979 ft | |
| Oct | 3% | 3,536 ft | |
| Nov | 10% | 2,987 ft | |
| Dec | 3% | 2,152 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~2,152–4,241 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Tombouktou Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Tombouktou Airport?
The ICAO code for Tombouktou Airport is GATB, and its IATA code is TOM.
Where is Tombouktou Airport located?
Tombouktou Airport is large airport located in Timbuktu, Mali, at an elevation of 863 ft (263 m).
How many runways does Tombouktou Airport have?
Tombouktou Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,923 ft / 2,110 m.
What time zone is Tombouktou Airport in?
Tombouktou Airport is in the Africa/Bamako time zone (UTC).
What is the magnetic variation at Tombouktou Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tombouktou Airport is approximately 0.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tombouktou Airport?
The nearest airport to Tombouktou Airport is Goundam Airport (GUD), about 41 nm to the wsw, followed by Niafunke Airport and Douentza Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tombouktou Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.