Al Ahsa Airport
Hofuf, Saudi Arabia · Elev. 588 ft
About This Airport
Al Ahsa Airport, located in Saudi Arabia, serves the city of Al Ahsa and facilitates air travel to the Eastern Province. While primarily focused on domestic flights, the airport also accommodates occasional international charters and cargo operations. Tourists visiting Al Ahsa can explore its UNESCO-listed oasis, historical sites such as Qara Mountain and Ibrahim Palace, and nearby attractions such as the Al-Ahsa National Museum and Al-Qara Cave. The region offers opportunities for cultural tours, desert adventures, and experiencing the rich heritage of eastern Saudi Arabia.
Landing Procedures
Permit Requirements
Documents and information required for landing permit applications.
Required
- Slots
- AOC
- Receiving Party Contacts
- Operator Address
- Crew Passport Details
- Crew Names
- Lead PAX Name
- Lead PAX Office
- PAX Nationalities
- PAX List
- PAX Passport Details
Not Required
- PPR (Prior Permission)
- PIC Name
- EAPIS
- Entry & Exit Points
- Entry/Exit EET
- FIR Routing
- Aircraft Documents
- PIC License
- SIC License
- Crew Count
- Item 18 FPL
Frequently Asked Questions
Are slots required at Al Ahsa Airport?
Yes. Al Ahsa Airport is a slot-coordinated airport. Submit slot requests to the responsible coordination body before scheduling any operation. Confirm slot availability and approval before filing your flight plan.
Is an AOC required at Al Ahsa Airport?
Yes. A valid Air Operator Certificate (AOC) must be submitted as part of the permit or handling application at Al Ahsa Airport.
What crew documentation is required at Al Ahsa Airport?
- full crew name list
- crew passport details
Are there passenger manifest or pre-arrival reporting requirements at Al Ahsa Airport?
- full passenger manifest
- passenger nationalities
- passenger passport details
- lead passenger name
- lead passenger office/organisation
What operational details must be included in permit applications for Al Ahsa Airport?
- operator address
Is receiving party contact required at Al Ahsa Airport?
Yes. A confirmed receiving party contact (handling agent or local representative) must be submitted as part of the permit application for Al Ahsa Airport.
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