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Gao International Airport (GAQ)
Gao International Airport is an international airport serving Gao (Gao Region), Mali. Its IATA code is GAQ and its ICAO code is GAGO. It has one runway, 2,500 m long.
- IATAGAQ
- ICAOGAGO
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- GAQ
- ICAO code
- GAGO
- City
- Gao
- Region / province
- Gao Region
- Country / territory
- Mali
- Category
- Medium-sized airport
- Coordinates
- 16.2485° N, 0.0054° W
- Elevation
- 265 m (870 ft)
- Time zone
- Africa/Bamako (UTC)estimated from location
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 2,500 m (8,202 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 2,500 m8,202 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
11,361 km
Direct flight: ≈ 14 h 40 min
Hanoi (HAN)
10,919 km
Direct flight: ≈ 14 h 10 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
11,406 km
Direct flight: ≈ 14 h 45 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Air / ground A/G | 889.400 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 118.500 MHz |
Air freight to and from Gao International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Gao through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Mali
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tombouktou Airport | TOM | 325 km |
| Modibo Keita International Airport | BKO | 950 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Gao International Airport?
The IATA code of Gao International Airport is GAQ and its ICAO code is GAGO. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Gao International Airport located?
Gao International Airport is in Gao, Gao Region, Mali, at coordinates 16.2485° N, 0.0054° W and an elevation of 265 m (870 ft).
How far is Gao International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Gao International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 11,406 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 10,919 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 11,361 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 14 h 45 min.
How long is the runway at Gao International Airport?
The longest runway at Gao International Airport is 2,500 m (8,202 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has one runway in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Gao International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Gao International Airport (GAQ) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.