Basra International Airport (ORMM)
Large airport · Basra, Basra Governorate, Iraq
Airport data
| Name | Basra International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | ORMM |
| IATA | BSR |
| Elevation | 11 ft (3 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 30°32'57" E 47°39'44" 30.54910, 47.66210 |
| Location | Basra, Basra Governorate, Iraq |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 13,124 ft (4000 m) | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
Basra International Airport at a glance
Basra International Airport is a large airport in Basra, Basra Governorate, Iraq, known to airline systems as BSR. The field elevation of 11 ft (3 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at ORMM 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, 14/32, offers 13,124 ft (4000 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 14 points roughly 140° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for ORMM 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 Basra International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abadan Ayatollah Jami International Airport | OIAA | 58 km (31 NM) |
| Jalibah Southeast Air Base | ORJA | 101 km (55 NM) |
| Qalat Salih Air Base | IQ-0034 | 107 km (58 NM) |
| Ali Al Salem Air Base | OKAS | 134 km (72 NM) |
| Qasem Soleimani International Airport | OIAW | 137 km (74 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Basra International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 11 ft field elevation of Basra 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 30 airports and airfields we list for Iraq — 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 Basra International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Basra International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Basra International Airport is ORMM, and its IATA code is BSR. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Basra International Airport above sea level?
Basra International Airport sits at an elevation of 11 feet (3 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Basra International Airport located?
The airport lies at 30.5491, 47.6621 — in Basra, Basra Governorate, Iraq, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Abadan Ayatollah Jami International Airport, about 58 km away.
Does ORMM publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for ORMM 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 Basra International Airport?
Basra International Airport has one runway. The longest, 14/32, measures 13,124 ft (4000 m) with a CON surface.