ADB Airport (Adnan Menderes International Airport) – Cargo, Address, Transit

About This Airport

ADB, the IATA code for İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport on Turkey's Aegean coast, is primarily a passenger airport with separate international and domestic terminals, handling around 12.7 million passengers in 2025. No dedicated freighter terminal is confirmed at ADB; air cargo moves through general cargo-handling services and as belly freight on passenger aircraft. Operator TAV Airports offers cargo services at the airport including customs clearance, warehousing and onward trucking, though no dedicated freighter airline is confirmed based there. İzmir itself is also a major Aegean seaport, supporting sea-air multimodal connections for import and export. For shipments needing dedicated freighter capacity or larger volumes, Istanbul Airport with Turkish Cargo is the nearest alternative with established international freighter operations, complemented by Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport on the Asian side. Customs clearance follows Turkish customs law directly at the airport, with road and rail links into the Aegean hinterland. Forwarders serving western Anatolia therefore typically use ADB for smaller, non-time-critical air cargo, routing dedicated freighter or high-volume shipments via Istanbul instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of Adnan Menderes International Airport?▼

The IATA code of Adnan Menderes International Airport is ADB. This three-letter code is used for unique airport identification in international air transport.

Where is Adnan Menderes International Airport located?▼

Adnan Menderes International Airport is located in Gaziemir, TR.

What is the ICAO code of Adnan Menderes International Airport?▼

The ICAO code of Adnan Menderes International Airport is LTBJ. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of Adnan Menderes International Airport?▼

Adnan Menderes International Airport is at an elevation of 126 meters (412 ft) above sea level.

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