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Arlit Airport (RLT)

Arlit, Niger · small airport · 18.790° 7.366° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeRLT
ICAO CodeDRZL
Typesmall airport
NameArlit Airport
MunicipalityArlit
CountryNiger
ContinentAF
Latitude18.790° N
Longitude7.366° E
Elevation1443 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryNiger
ISO Code
RegionArlit
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Niamey
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+1
DST Offset
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 RLT

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (18.8°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

Arlit Airport (RLT/DRZL) is a small desert airfield serving Arlit, a uranium-mining town in northern Niger's Agadez Region. It primarily handles domestic, charter, and mining-related traffic rather than large scheduled airline operations. Facilities are basic, and services can be limited or irregular.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know to carry CFA francs in cash and a dust mask or scarf: ATMs and card acceptance are limited in Arlit, and Harmattan dust can make the air gritty and reduce visibility.
🚖 Getting There

Arlit Airport is close to town, but public transport is not reliable; use a taxi, hotel shuttle, or pre-arranged pickup. Confirm your return transfer in advance and allow extra time for security and desert road conditions. If you are visiting mining sites, company transport is often the most practical option.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Arlit Airport?
A: IATA RLT, ICAO DRZL.

Q: What flights serve Arlit Airport?
A: Scheduled passenger service is limited and can change; the airport mainly supports domestic, charter, and mining-related flights. Check with local airlines or company operators before planning.

Q: How far is Arlit Airport from the town center?
A: It is a short drive from Arlit town, typically around 5-10 minutes by car depending on road conditions.

Q: Are there taxis or rental cars at the airport?
A: Taxis and pre-arranged transfers are the usual options; rental cars are not reliably available, so arrange transport in advance.

AI-generated content · Generated Oct 1, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

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INF In Guezzam Airport In Guezzam, Algeria 190.2 km 118.2 mi View →
AJY Mano Dayak International Airport Agadez, Niger 213.7 km 132.8 mi View →
THZ Tahoua Airport Tahoua, Niger 489.3 km 304.1 mi View →
TMR Aguenar – Hadj Bey Akhamok Airport Tamanrasset, Algeria 489.4 km 304.1 mi View →
ZND Zinder Airport Zinder, Niger 583.4 km 362.5 mi View →

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