Dakhla Airport (VIL): Codes, Runways & Location
Dakhla Airport (IATA: VIL · ICAO: GMMH) is a large airport serving Dakhla, Western Sahara (disputed territory). It lies at 23.7183° N, 15.9320° W, 36 ft (11 m) above sea level.
Overview of Dakhla Airport
Dakhla Airport is classified in the OurAirports dataset as a large airport, serving the area of Dakhla in Western Sahara (disputed territory). It is identified by the IATA code VIL and the ICAO code GMMH. It has scheduled commercial airline service.
Dakhla Airport has 1 runway recorded. Its longest runway is about 3000 m (9842 ft) long. A runway of that length can physically support the largest wide-body jets, including the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380, though actual limits also depend on elevation, temperature, payload and local procedures. Runway surface: asphalt. At least one runway has lighting for night operations. The field elevation is 36 ft (11 m); higher-elevation airports need longer takeoff runs in thin air.
Other airports lie nearby: 6 are within reach, the closest being Nouadhibou International Airport (NDB) about 330 km away.
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Airport Details & Runways
Physical characteristics from the public-domain OurAirports dataset.
Location & Runway Capacity
Aircraft capacity by runway length
Longest runway ≈ 3,000 m — A380 / 747 capable
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dakhla Airport
Where is Dakhla Airport located?
Dakhla Airport is located in Dakhla, Western Sahara (disputed territory). Its coordinates are 23.7183° N, 15.9320° W.
What is the airport code for Dakhla Airport?
Dakhla Airport has an IATA code of VIL and an ICAO code of GMMH.
How long is the runway at Dakhla Airport?
Dakhla Airport's longest runway is about 3000 m (9842 ft), which can support the largest wide-body jets, including the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380.
How many runways does Dakhla Airport have?
Dakhla Airport has 1 runway recorded in the dataset, with asphalt surfacing.
Is Dakhla Airport a major airport?
Dakhla Airport is classified as a large airport with scheduled commercial service.
About this data
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