Dakhla Airport (GMMH)
Large airport · Dakhla, (unassigned), Western Sahara (disputed territory)
Airport data
| Name | Dakhla Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | GMMH |
| IATA | VIL |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 23°43'6" W 15°55'55" 23.71830, -15.93200 |
| Location | Dakhla, (unassigned), Western Sahara (disputed territory) |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 9,842 ft (3000 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Dakhla Airport at a glance
Dakhla Airport is a large airport in Dakhla, (unassigned), Western Sahara (disputed territory), known to airline systems as VIL. The field elevation of 36 ft (11 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at GMMH 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, 03/21, offers 9,842 ft (3000 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 03 points roughly 30° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for GMMH 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 Dakhla Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nouadhibou International Airport | GQPP | 330 km (178 NM) |
| Tazadit Airport | GQPZ | 368 km (199 NM) |
| El Berriel Aeroc Airport | GCLB | 454 km (245 NM) |
| Atar International Airport | GQPA | 465 km (251 NM) |
| Laayoune Hassan I International Airport | GMML | 468 km (253 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Dakhla Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 36 ft field elevation of Dakhla 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 4 airports and airfields we list for Western Sahara (disputed territory) — 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 Dakhla Airport
What is the ICAO code of Dakhla Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Dakhla Airport is GMMH, and its IATA code is VIL. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Dakhla Airport above sea level?
Dakhla Airport sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Dakhla Airport located?
The airport lies at 23.7183, -15.9320 — in Dakhla, (unassigned), Western Sahara (disputed territory), in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Nouadhibou International Airport, about 330 km away.
Does GMMH publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for GMMH 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 Dakhla Airport?
Dakhla Airport has one runway. The longest, 03/21, measures 9,842 ft (3000 m) with a ASP surface.