N'Djamena International Airport (FTTJ)
Large airport · N'Djamena, N'Djamena (city), Chad
Airport data
| Name | N'Djamena International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | FTTJ |
| IATA | NDJ |
| Elevation | 968 ft (295 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 12°8'1" E 15°2'2" 12.13370, 15.03400 |
| Location | N'Djamena, N'Djamena (city), Chad |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 9,186 ft (2800 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
N'Djamena International Airport at a glance
N'Djamena International Airport is a large airport in N'Djamena, N'Djamena (city), Chad, known to airline systems as NDJ. The field elevation of 968 ft (295 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at FTTJ 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, 05/23, offers 9,186 ft (2800 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 05 points roughly 50° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for FTTJ 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 N'Djamena International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Salak Airport | FKKL | 205 km (111 NM) |
| Maiduguri International Airport | DNMA | 215 km (116 NM) |
| Garoua International Airport | FKKR | 360 km (194 NM) |
| Moundou Airport | FTTD | 406 km (219 NM) |
| Yola Airport | DNYO | 428 km (231 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for N'Djamena International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 968 ft field elevation of N'Djamena 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 5 airports and airfields we list for Chad — 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 N'Djamena International Airport
What is the ICAO code of N'Djamena International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of N'Djamena International Airport is FTTJ, and its IATA code is NDJ. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is N'Djamena International Airport above sea level?
N'Djamena International Airport sits at an elevation of 968 feet (295 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is N'Djamena International Airport located?
The airport lies at 12.1337, 15.0340 — in N'Djamena, N'Djamena (city), Chad, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Salak Airport, about 205 km away.
Does FTTJ publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for FTTJ 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 N'Djamena International Airport?
N'Djamena International Airport has one runway. The longest, 05/23, measures 9,186 ft (2800 m) with a ASP surface.