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Savé Airport (SVF)

Savé, Benin · small airport · 8.018° 2.465° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeSVF
ICAO CodeDBBS
Typesmall airport
NameSavé Airport
MunicipalitySavé
CountryBenin
ContinentAF
Latitude8.018° N
Longitude2.465° E
Elevation597 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryBenin
ISO Code
RegionSavé
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+1
DST Offset
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🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving SVF

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (8.0°N)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Savé Airport (SVF/DBBS) is a small airport serving Savé, a town in central Benin's Collines Department. Located at approximately 8.018°N, 2.465°E, it primarily supports light aircraft, charter operations, and occasional domestic flights rather than large commercial service. Its compact facilities make it a useful local access point for the Savé area and surrounding agricultural region.

💡 Local Tip
Carry cash in West African CFA francs (XOF) for taxis and small purchases, and keep a local mobile money option as backup because card acceptance is limited around Savé.
🚖 Getting There

Road transport is the main way to reach and leave Savé Airport; taxis, zémidjan motorcycle taxis, and private cars are commonly used for the short trip into town. Arrange a pickup in advance if you are arriving on a charter flight, since regular shuttle services and on-site car rental are unlikely. Allow extra travel time in the rainy season, when rural roads around Savé can become slow or muddy.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are Savé Airport's codes?
A: The IATA code is SVF and the ICAO code is DBBS.

Q: Where is Savé Airport located?
A: It is in Savé, Collines Department, Benin, at roughly 8.018°N, 2.465°E.

Q: What kind of flights use Savé Airport?
A: As a small airport, it mainly handles general aviation, charter flights, and occasional domestic services; scheduled commercial flights are limited or irregular, so confirm locally.

Q: How do I get from Savé Airport to the town?
A: The airport is close to Savé, and the transfer is usually a short drive by taxi, motorcycle taxi, or pre-arranged private vehicle.

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