Lomé–Tokoin International Airport (DXXX)
Large airport · Lomé, Maritime Region, Togo
Airport data
| Name | Lomé–Tokoin International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | DXXX |
| IATA | LFW |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 6°9'56" E 1°15'16" 6.16561, 1.25451 |
| Location | Lomé, Maritime Region, Togo |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 9,847 ft (3001 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Lomé–Tokoin International Airport at a glance
Lomé–Tokoin International Airport is a large airport in Lomé, Maritime Region, Togo, known to airline systems as LFW. The field elevation of 72 ft (22 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at DXXX are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 04/22, offers 9,847 ft (3001 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 04 points roughly 40° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for DXXX shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Lomé–Tokoin International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ho Airport | DGAH | 92 km (50 NM) |
| Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport | DBBB | 127 km (69 NM) |
| Kotoka International Airport | DGAA | 169 km (91 NM) |
| Murtala Muhammed International Airport | DNMM | 233 km (126 NM) |
| Prempeh I International Airport | DGSI | 320 km (173 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Lomé–Tokoin International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 72 ft field elevation of Lomé–Tokoin International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 2 airports and airfields we list for Togo — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Lomé–Tokoin International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Lomé–Tokoin International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Lomé–Tokoin International Airport is DXXX, and its IATA code is LFW. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Lomé–Tokoin International Airport above sea level?
Lomé–Tokoin International Airport sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Lomé–Tokoin International Airport located?
The airport lies at 6.1656, 1.2545 — in Lomé, Maritime Region, Togo, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Ho Airport, about 92 km away.
Does DXXX publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for DXXX appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Lomé–Tokoin International Airport?
Lomé–Tokoin International Airport has one runway. The longest, 04/22, measures 9,847 ft (3001 m) with a ASP surface.