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Taif International Airport

Taif, Saudi Arabia

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Taif International Airport

Taif, Saudi Arabia
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Gateway to the City of Roses in Saudi Arabia.

Location
Taif, Saudi Arabia
Taif International Airport (IATA: TIF, ICAO: OETF) serves the city of Taif, located in the Makkah Province of Saudi Arabia at an elevation of approximately 1,879 meters (6,165 feet) above sea level. The airport handles both domestic and limited international traffic, connecting Taif to major Saudi cities and select regional destinations. The airport has undergone development as part of Saudi Arabia's broader aviation expansion under Vision 2030, with improvements aimed at increasing passenger capacity and modernizing facilities. It primarily serves as a secondary gateway for the Taif region, complementing the larger airports in Jeddah and Riyadh. Taif is known for its cooler climate, rose cultivation, and honey production, making it a popular destination for Saudis seeking respite from summer heat. The airport benefits from this seasonal tourism demand, particularly during summer months.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from the airport to central Taif is primarily via road, with taxis and private vehicles serving as the main options for passengers.
Airlines here
Saudia (Saudi Arabian Airlines) is the primary carrier operating routes through Taif International Airport, along with flyadeal and other regional operators.
Notable facts
  • ›Located at an elevation of approximately 1,879 meters (6,165 feet) above sea level.
  • ›Serves one of Saudi Arabia's most popular summer resort cities, known for its cool climate.
  • ›Taif is famous for its rose farms, which are a major source of rose oil and rose water.
  • ›The airport supports both civilian and military aviation operations.
  • ›Passenger traffic increases significantly during summer months due to domestic tourism.
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Route map (9 destinations)

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Routes

TIF → CAIEO · 320
TIF → DXBFZ · 73H
TIF → SHJG9 · 320
TIF → CAINP · 320
TIF → DOHQR · 321 320
TIF → AHBSV · 320
TIF → DMMSV · 320
TIF → RUHSV · 320
TIF → ISTTK · 319
TIF → CAIUJ · 320
TIF → DMMXY · 320
TIF → KWIXY · 320
TIF → RUHXY · 320
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Encyclopaedia

Taif International Airport, formerly Taif Regional Airport, is an airport in Taif, Saudi Arabia. The airport is located 30 km to the east of Taif and 70 km from Mecca. The airport is considered important in Saudi aviation history as it witnessed the first landing of Ibn Saud's plane, founder of the Kingdom. It was converted to a regional airport in 2009 when GACA allowed international airlines to operate at the airport as the city's population was increasing and to reduce pressure on the three main airports at the time.

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