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TAF Oran Tafaraoui Airport
Oran Tafaraoui Airport (IATA: TAF, ICAO:DAOL) is located in the the city of Oran, Algeria.

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IATA Code

TAF

ICAO Code

DAOL

Name

Oran Tafaraoui Airport

Type

Country / Region

Algeria (DZ)

City

Oran

Latitude

35.5424004

Longitude

-0.5322780

Time Zone

UTC+01:00

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Airport Overview

Oran Tafaraoui Airport (TAF), identified by ICAO code DAOL, is located in the Oran area of north-western Algeria at approximately 35.5424004°N, 0.5322780°W. The airport record places it in the UTC+01:00 time zone. For international freight planning, it should be treated as an Oran-area airport whose cargo suitability depends on the current operating status, airline acceptance, handling arrangements and customs procedures confirmed for the shipment. Our service team uses Oran Tafaraoui Airport as an option for suitable regional or project movements, while checking whether the required cargo can be accepted directly or must be routed through another Algerian or international gateway.

Airport name	Oran Tafaraoui Airport
IATA / ICAO	TAF / DAOL
City and country	Oran, Algeria
Coordinates	35.5424004°N, 0.5322780°W
Time zone	UTC+01:00
Airport address	Oran, Algeria

Key Highlights

Regional airport assessmentOur team verifies whether the shipment can be handled at this airport before issuing a routing recommendation, rather than assuming regular freighter or belly-capacity availability.

Oran-area accessThe location can be considered for cargo serving Oran and surrounding north-western Algerian commercial areas, subject to the final truck, customs and delivery plan.

Capacity is shipment-specificAcceptance may vary by aircraft type, carrier booking, handling agent, commodity, dimensions and current airport operating arrangements.

Connection-sensitive planningTransit time is influenced by the selected gateway, interline or trucking connection, customs status and the availability of onward uplift.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Publicly supplied airport data does not establish the presence, size or operating schedule of a dedicated cargo terminal. Our service team therefore confirms the actual handling chain before accepting the booking.

General cargo acceptance: Confirm the appointed ground handler, acceptance point, cargo cut-off, warehouse hours and whether loose or palletized freight can be received.
Customs-controlled handling: Establish where export or import formalities, examination and release will take place; do not assume that a bonded or free-trade storage service is available.
Temperature-sensitive cargo: Obtain written confirmation of cool-room access, passive packaging handling, tarmac exposure controls and the maximum permitted transfer time before dispatch.
Dangerous goods: Secure carrier and handler approval before tendering any regulated article. Acceptance depends on the applicable IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, packing instruction and local operating capability.
Oversized or special cargo: Check aircraft loading limits, door dimensions, lifting equipment, vehicle access and security arrangements before confirming dimensions or equipment.

Facility names, warehouse capacities, operating hours and service certifications should be confirmed against the live handling arrangement for each booking.

Routes & Transit Times

Potential routing may involve a direct operating service when available, or an air connection through a larger regional or international gateway. The exact carrier and flight sequence require live booking confirmation.
For export cargo, the practical transit plan includes origin collection, export clearance, warehouse acceptance, uplift, any transfer point and final customs release; a published flight duration alone is not a door-to-door transit time.
For import cargo, connection availability, transfer handling, document discrepancies, customs examination and local delivery appointment can materially extend the release cycle.
Our team checks routings against cargo dimensions, chargeable weight, commodity restrictions, connection protection, weekend or holiday schedules and the consignee's delivery deadline.

No fixed flight frequency, airline assignment or transit promise should be inferred from the airport code. All schedules and estimated transit times are subject to carrier and ground-handler confirmation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary service areaOran and nearby north-western Algerian industrial, commercial and distribution locations can form the principal delivery or collection hinterland, depending on the final trucking plan.

Industrial supply chainsTime-sensitive spare parts, machinery components, maintenance materials and production inputs may be suitable when dimensions, customs status and handling capability are confirmed.

Commercial shipmentsDocuments, samples, apparel, consumer goods and general merchandise may be considered subject to carrier acceptance, packaging and import requirements.

Controlled commoditiesPharmaceuticals, perishables, live animals, lithium batteries and other special cargo require advance feasibility review and commodity-specific documentation.

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-off: Request the live cargo acceptance deadline from the confirmed carrier or handling agent. Delivering after the cut-off may lead to roll-over, storage or rebooking.
Air waybill and customs data: Prepare a commercially accurate invoice, packing list, HS classification, shipper and consignee details, origin information and any required permits. The declared data must match the physical cargo.
Dangerous goods and batteries: Identify batteries, chemicals, aerosols, magnets and other regulated articles before booking. A shipper's declaration, test evidence, labels and packaging may be required; undeclared dangerous goods can be refused.
Temperature, live animals and fragile cargo: Agree packaging, handling, acceptance and transfer controls in advance. Do not tender sensitive cargo until the carrier confirms the complete handling chain.
Customs and collection: Allow time for document review or physical examination. Import release and final pickup depend on the consignee, customs broker, taxes or duties and the local delivery appointment.

Shipping Tips

Send our service team the commodity description, HS code, pieces, gross weight, dimensions, stackability, value and ready date before requesting a rate.
Use export-ready packaging with visible piece marks, moisture protection and dimensions that match the packing list. Photograph unusual, fragile or high-value packing before handover.
Ask us to compare direct, gateway-transfer and airport-plus-trucking options. The lowest air rate may not provide the best total transit time or customs simplicity.
For urgent or regulated cargo, obtain written acceptance before dispatch and keep a contingency routing available in case capacity, documentation or handling restrictions change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Oran Tafaraoui Airport handle international air freight?

International acceptance depends on the current carrier, ground-handler, customs and security arrangements. Our team verifies the complete origin or destination process before confirming the routing.

Will my shipment move on a direct flight?

Not necessarily. Direct uplift is subject to current scheduled operations and available cargo capacity. A connection through another gateway or an airport-plus-trucking solution may be required.

Can dangerous goods or lithium batteries be shipped through Oran Tafaraoui Airport?

Possibly, but only after commodity screening and written acceptance by the selected carrier and handling chain. Classification, packing, labels, declarations and battery test documentation must be checked before tender.

How should temperature-controlled cargo be planned?

Provide the temperature range, packaging method, stability limit and delivery deadline at quotation stage. Our team then confirms cool-chain handling, transfer exposure and an alternative plan if local facilities cannot support the shipment.

What causes delays after arrival?

Common causes include inconsistent invoice and air waybill data, missing permits, customs examination, carrier document queries, unpaid charges and an unavailable consignee or delivery vehicle. Pre-alert review reduces these risks.

Data Sources & Provenance

The airport identity, codes, name, location, coordinates, address and time zone in this module are based on the supplied airport record for Oran Tafaraoui Airport. Operational statements are presented as conditional freight-planning guidance and must be reconfirmed with the active carrier, ground handler, customs broker and relevant authorities before shipment.

Code and aviation reference framework: iata.org
ICAO identification and international aviation reference framework: icao.int
Verification boundary: no unverified cargo-terminal area, throughput, airline schedule, flight frequency, handling certification, warehouse capacity, fee or guaranteed transit-time figure is stated.