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Pama Airport (XPA)

Pama, Burkina Faso · small airport · 11.250° 0.700° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeXPA
ICAO CodeDFEP
Typesmall airport
NamePama Airport
MunicipalityPama
CountryBurkina Faso
ContinentAF
Latitude11.250° N
Longitude0.700° E
Elevation699 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryBurkina Faso
ISO Code
RegionPama
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Ouagadougou
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+0
DST OffsetUTC+0
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

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

✈ Airlines Serving XPA

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (11.3°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

Pama Airport (IATA: XPA, ICAO: DFEP) is a small rural airfield serving Pama, a town in eastern Burkina Faso's Kompienga Province. It sits at roughly 11.250°N, 0.700°E and handles limited general aviation, charter, and occasional government or medical flights rather than scheduled airline service. Its remote location makes it a useful access point for the surrounding area, but facilities and services are minimal.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors call or radio ahead to confirm the airstrip is serviceable and to coordinate pickup, since Pama has no control tower and conditions can change quickly.
🚖 Getting There

Pama Airport has no regular public transport; arrange a private vehicle, hotel pickup, or pre-booked taxi from Pama town before arrival. Road conditions can be rough, especially during the rainy season from June to October, so allow extra time and confirm the route locally. If you are connecting from Ouagadougou or another city, consider a domestic charter or a long road transfer with a trusted operator.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport codes for Pama Airport?
A: Pama Airport uses IATA code XPA and ICAO code DFEP.

Q: Does Pama Airport have scheduled passenger flights?
A: No. It is a small airport with no regular commercial airline service; traffic is typically charter, private, or government-related.

Q: Where is Pama Airport located?
A: It is located near Pama in eastern Burkina Faso, at approximately 11.250°N, 0.700°E.

Q: What facilities should I expect at Pama Airport?
A: Expect very limited facilities. There may be no reliable terminal services, fuel, or ground transport, so arrange all support in advance.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 27, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

IATANameCity / CountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Link
ARL Arly Airport Arly, Burkina Faso 93.7 km 58.2 mi View →
FNG Fada N'gourma Airport Fada N'gourma, Burkina Faso 95.0 km 59.1 mi View →
NAE Natitingou Airport Natitingou, Benin 120.9 km 75.2 mi View →
TEG Tenkodogo Airport Tenkodogo, Burkina Faso 131.8 km 81.9 mi View →
XZA Zabré Airport Zabré, Burkina Faso 143.9 km 89.4 mi View →

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