Bordj Omar Driss (ICAO: DAAW) is a small desert airfield in Illizi province in the eastern Algerian Sahara, close to the country's oil and gas fields. It handles government, supply and occasional charter flights; there is no IATA code, no scheduled service, no freight terminal and no customs facility. The energy industry's crew and materials traffic runs through the oilfield airports of Hassi Messaoud (HME) and In Amenas (IAM), with international air freight routed via Algiers (ALG).

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bordj Omar Driss Airport located?▼

Bordj Omar Driss Airport is located in Bordj Omar Driss, DZ.

What is the ICAO code of Bordj Omar Driss Airport?▼

The ICAO code of Bordj Omar Driss Airport is DAAW. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of Bordj Omar Driss Airport?▼

Bordj Omar Driss Airport is at an elevation of 368 meters (1207 ft) above sea level.

Location & Weather

28.13604, 6.83616

368 m ü. NN

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Last updated: 2 September 2026

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