Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ)

Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ)

Airport

Alexander Bay Airport is a medium airport in Alexander Bay, South Africa. Its longest runway is 1,848 m long (asphalt), at an elevation of 30 m (98 ft).

Alexander Bay Airport is located in the town of Alexander Bay, South Africa. It serves both domestic and regional flights, connecting passengers to various destinations in the region.

The airport is primarily utilized by small aircraft and is integral for facilitating travel and transport in this geographically significant area. It is recognized by its IATA code ALA.

Although it has limited facilities, the airport plays a crucial role in supporting the local economy and providing access to the surrounding natural landscapes.

Basic Information

Full Name
Alexander Bay Airport
IATA Code
ALJ
ICAO Code
FAAB
Location
Alexander Bay, South Africa
Continent
Africa
Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg

Key facts

Size
Medium Airport
Elevation
30 m (98 ft)
Longest runway
1,848 m (6,063 ft), asphalt

Runways

RunwayLengthSurfaceLights
01/191,848 m (6,063 ft)asphaltYes
07/251,676 m (5,499 ft)gravelNo
11/291,470 m (4,823 ft)gravelNo

Airport facts from OurAirports (public domain), checked Oct 16, 2026.

Lounge access

No business class ticket or lounge membership? Many lounges at Alexander Bay Airport sell day passes, usually for a few hours with food, drinks, Wi-Fi and sometimes showers. Book ahead: walk-in prices are often higher and lounges can turn people away when full.

See lounge passes for ALJ

Partner link: we may earn a commission, at no extra cost to you.

Contact

Nearby airports

We use cookies to keep the site working, understand how it is used, and show relevant content and ads. Choose Accept all to allow them, or Reject all to keep only the cookies the site needs. Read more in our Privacy Policy.