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Farah Airport (FAH)

Farah, Afghanistan · small airport · 32.367° 62.165° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeFAH
ICAO CodeOAFR
Typesmall airport
NameFarah Airport
MunicipalityFarah
CountryAfghanistan
ContinentAS
Latitude32.367° N
Longitude62.165° E
Elevation3083 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryAfghanistan
ISO Code
RegionFarah
Continent CodeAS
IANA TimezoneAsia/Kabul
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+4:30
DST OffsetUTC+4:30
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🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – March
Dry season across much of Asia
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Spring: Mar–MaySummer: Jun–AugAutumn: Sep–NovWinter: Dec–Feb

✈ Airlines Serving FAH

SQ — Singapore AirlinesCX — Cathay PacificEK — EmiratesQR — Qatar AirwaysEY — Etihad AirwaysNH — ANAJL — Japan AirlinesCA — Air ChinaTG — Thai Airways

🌡 Climate — Temperate (32.4°N)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Farah Airport (FAH/OAFR) is a small domestic airport serving Farah, the capital of Farah Province in western Afghanistan. Located just outside the city, it provides a basic air link for the region and has historically supported civilian, military, and humanitarian operations. Its desert setting near the Iranian border makes it an important but limited transport hub.

💡 Local Tip
Confirm your flight by phone the day before departure and carry enough Afghan afghani for transport and any small terminal fees, as card payments and ATMs are rarely available in Farah.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis and private car transfers are the practical way to get to and from Farah Airport; arrange a pickup in advance or agree on the fare before leaving. There is no reliable public bus service to the terminal. Allow extra time for security checks and possible schedule changes, especially for early or late flights.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Farah Airport?
A: Farah Airport has the IATA code FAH and the ICAO code OAFR.

Q: What airlines fly to Farah Airport?
A: Scheduled service is limited and can change often; most flights, when available, are domestic and connect through Kabul or other Afghan hubs. Check with local carriers or a travel agent for current options.

Q: Is Farah Airport international?
A: No, it is a small domestic airport. International travel usually requires connecting through Kabul or another larger airport.

Q: How far is Farah Airport from Farah city center?
A: It is only a short drive from central Farah, typically around 10 to 15 minutes by car depending on road and security conditions.
AI-generated content · Generated Oct 1, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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