Sanandaj Airport (SDG)

SDG is the IATA airport code for Sanandaj Airport (Iran). Its ICAO code is OICS.

Airport

Sanandaj Airport is a medium airport in Sanandaj, Iran with scheduled passenger flights. Its longest runway is 2,640 m long (asphalt), at an elevation of 1,378 m (4,522 ft).

Sanandaj Airport, located in Sanandaj, Iran, serves as a regional airport connecting the city to various domestic destinations. The airport, with the IATA code SDJ and ICAO code OISS, plays an essential role in facilitating air travel in the Kurdistan region. It primarily handles domestic flights, providing services to key airlines operating in and out of the area.

The airport features a single terminal and has a capacity to accommodate a moderate number of passengers, ensuring smooth operations for travelers. Noteworthy airlines include IranAir and Aseman Airlines, offering flights to major cities like Tehran and Isfahan.

Established in the late 1970s, Sanandaj Airport has grown in significance, contributing to the economic development of the region and enhancing connectivity for residents and visitors alike.

Basic Information

Full Name

Sanandaj Airport

IATA Code

SDG

ICAO Code

OICS

Location

Sanandaj, Iran

Continent

Asia

Time Zone

Iran Standard Time (UTC+3:30)

How early to be at SDG

International flights: 3 to 3.5 hours before departure
Domestic flights: 2 to 2.5 hours before departure

Our estimate for a normal day; the airport publishes no figure of its own.

Check-in usually closes 40 to 60 minutes before departure. Your airline's own time is on its website and your booking, and it always wins.

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Key facts

Scheduled passenger flights

Yes

Size

Medium Airport

Elevation

1,378 m (4,522 ft)

Longest runway

2,640 m (8,660 ft), asphalt

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

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Lounge access

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SDG: questions and answers

What is the airport code of Sanandaj Airport?

The airport code of Sanandaj Airport is SDG (IATA) and OICS (ICAO).

Which city is SDG airport in?

Sanandaj Airport is in Sanandaj, Iran.

Does Sanandaj Airport have scheduled passenger flights?

Yes. SDG has scheduled passenger flights; see the airlines that fly here on this page.

Contact

Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sanandaj_Airport

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