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Al Ain International Airport

Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
Routes out
2
Destinations
2
ICAO
OMAL
Elevation
869 ft
The gateway in a glance

The Essence of Al Ain International Airport

AAN
Location
Al Ain · AZ · United Arab Emirates
Connectivity
2 routes · 2 destinations
Position
24.262°, 55.609° · 869 ft elev.
Visa & Entry
Visa on Arrival (many nationalities), Pre-arranged eVisasOfficial
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Gateway to the Garden City of the UAE.

Opened
1994
Location
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
Al Ain International Airport (IATA: AAN, ICAO: OMAL) serves Al Ain, the fourth-largest city in the United Arab Emirates and a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its oases and historical significance. Located in the eastern region of Abu Dhabi emirate, the airport provides an alternative gateway to the Abu Dhabi–Al Ain region and handles both passenger and cargo operations. The airport has historically operated at relatively modest traffic volumes compared to major UAE hubs like Dubai and Abu Dhabi, but has seen periodic efforts to expand connectivity. It was notably used as a relief airport and has hosted military aviation activity alongside civilian operations. Al Ain International Airport is operated under the Abu Dhabi Airports company, which also manages Abu Dhabi International Airport and other facilities across the emirate.
Terminals
The airport has a single passenger terminal capable of handling domestic and select international flights.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and the city of Al Ain is primarily served by taxis and private vehicles, with limited public bus options.
Airlines here
Air Arabia and flydubai have operated services at Al Ain, along with periodic charter and regional carriers.
Notable facts
  • ›Al Ain is a UNESCO World Heritage city, making the airport a gateway to significant cultural and historical sites.
  • ›The airport is operated by Abu Dhabi Airports, the same authority that manages Abu Dhabi International Airport.
  • ›Al Ain International Airport has been used for military aviation alongside civilian operations.
  • ›The airport serves the eastern region of Abu Dhabi emirate, near the border with Oman.
  • ›Passenger traffic has historically been limited, with the airport seeing growth through low-cost carrier routes.
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Route map (2 destinations)

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Routes

AAN → CCJIX · 738
AAN → PEWNL · 734
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Al Ain International Airport
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Al Ain International Airport is an airport located 8 nautical miles west-northwest of Al Ain in the Eastern Region of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. It was opened on 31 March 1994.

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Al Ain International Airport

International airport serving Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

Al Ain International Airport is an airport located 8 nautical miles west-northwest of Al Ain in the Eastern Region of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. It was opened on 31 March 1994.

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