Gateway to the UAE's eastern coast on the Gulf of Oman.
Opened
1987
Location
Fujairah, United Arab Emirates
Fujairah International Airport is a regional airport serving the Emirate of Fujairah on the eastern coast of the United Arab Emirates, facing the Gulf of Oman rather than the Persian Gulf. It handles both commercial passenger flights and cargo operations, supporting the emirate's growing industrial and tourism sectors.
The airport is relatively small compared to major UAE hubs like Dubai and Abu Dhabi, but it plays an important role for residents and businesses in the eastern UAE, including the nearby city of Khor Fakkan. It also serves as a base for general aviation and charter operations, and its cargo facilities support the significant petroleum and commodities trade passing through the region.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include taxis and private car hire connecting the airport to Fujairah city center and surrounding areas, with no dedicated rail or bus rapid transit link.
Airlines here
Airlines that have operated routes through Fujairah include Air Arabia, flydubai, and various regional and charter carriers, though scheduled service has been limited.
Notable facts
- ›Located on the Gulf of Oman coast, making it the only major UAE airport facing the Arabian Sea side.
- ›Fujairah is one of the world's largest bunkering hubs, and the airport supports related industry travel.
- ›The airport also handles military and government aviation alongside commercial traffic.
- ›Its runway can accommodate wide-body aircraft despite the airport's regional size.
- ›Cargo operations are significant given Fujairah's role as a major oil storage and shipping terminal.
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