Chlef International Airport
Chlef Aboubakr Belkaid International Airport is the main air gateway for Chlef in northern Algeria and is identified by the codes CFK and DAOI. Classified as a large airport, it plays an important role for regional access and gives travellers a practical arrival point for reaching the city and the surrounding part of Chlef Province. For visitors planning onward transport, it is useful to know that the airport operates on Africa/Algiers time, the same time zone used across much of daily life in the area.
About Chlef International Airport
Chlef Aboubakr Belkaid International Airport is the main air gateway for Chlef in northern Algeria and is identified by the codes CFK and DAOI. Classified as a large airport, it plays an important role for regional access and gives travellers a practical arrival point for reaching the city and the surrounding part of Chlef Province. For visitors planning onward transport, it is useful to know that the airport operates on Africa/Algiers time, the same time zone used across much of daily life in the area.
Overview
Chlef Aboubakr Belkaid International Airport is the main air gateway for Chlef in northern Algeria and is identified by the codes CFK and DAOI. Classified as a large airport, it plays an important role for regional access and gives travellers a practical arrival point for reaching the city and the surrounding part of Chlef Province. For visitors planning onward transport, it is useful to know that the airport operates on Africa/Algiers time, the same time zone used across much of daily life in the area.
Quick facts
- Official name: Chlef Aboubakr Belkaid International Airport
- Serves: Chlef, Algeria
- Airport type: large airport
- Elevation: 463 ft (141 m) above sea level
- Runways: 07/25 at 5,413 ft with an asphalt surface
- Runways: 08/26 at 8,793 ft with an asphalt surface
What travellers should know
The airport’s two asphalt runways give it flexibility for air operations, with the longer 08/26 runway especially notable for handling a broader range of traffic than shorter regional airfields. For passengers, that matters less as a technical detail and more as a sign of a capable airport serving an important local centre. When planning your trip, use CFK when searching flights and double-check local arrival and departure times against Africa/Algiers, especially if you are connecting from a country on daylight saving time. The airport’s moderate elevation of 463 ft (141 m) also means conditions are straightforward compared with higher-altitude airports.
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FAQ
Chlef International Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
3 common questions
- Chlef International Airport is located in Chlef, Algeria (Africa), at coordinates 36.210°, 1.330°.
- Its IATA code is CFK and its ICAO code is DAOI.
- Chlef International Airport operates on Africa/Algiers local time.