PLF · FTTP · Pala Airport

Pala Airport (PLF)

Pala, Chad · small airport · 9.378° 14.925° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodePLF
ICAO CodeFTTP
Typesmall airport
NamePala Airport
MunicipalityPala
CountryChad
ContinentAF
Latitude9.378° N
Longitude14.925° E
Elevation1532 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryChad
ISO Code
RegionPala
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Ndjamena
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+1
DST Offset
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving PLF

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (9.4°N)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

AI-Enhanced Insights

Pala Airport (PLF/FTTP) is a small regional airfield serving the city of Pala in southwestern Chad, near the border with Cameroon. The airport supports domestic connectivity in a region where road infrastructure can be challenging, particularly during the rainy season. It primarily handles light aircraft and occasional charter operations serving the Mayo-Kebbi area.

💡 Local Tip
Carry sufficient cash in CFA francs (the local currency) and confirm ground transport arrangements before landing, as mobile payment and card facilities are uncommon in this part of Chad.
🚖 Getting There

Getting to and from Pala Airport typically requires arranging ground transport in advance, as taxi services may not be readily available at the terminal. The airport is located near the city of Pala, so road transfers are generally short. Visitors should coordinate pickup with their hotel or local contact due to limited transportation options.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Pala Airport have commercial scheduled flights?
A: Scheduled commercial service is limited or intermittent; most flights are charter or private operations.

Q: What is the airport primarily used for?
A: It serves general aviation, regional connectivity, humanitarian missions, and occasional government or NGO flights.

Q: Are there facilities for passengers?
A: As a small airfield, facilities are minimal, typically limited to a basic terminal area and no large-scale amenities.

Q: What aircraft can land at Pala?
A: The runway primarily accommodates small to medium turboprop aircraft suitable for short-haul regional operations.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 28, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

IATANameCity / CountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Link
KLE Kaélé Airport Kaélé, Cameroon 95.2 km 59.2 mi View →
OGR Bongor Airport Bongor, Chad 112.8 km 70.1 mi View →
GXX Yagoua Airport Yagoua, Cameroon 114.0 km 70.8 mi View →
MVR Salak Airport Maroua, Cameroon 140.0 km 87.0 mi View →
MQQ Moundou Airport Moundou, Chad 151.2 km 94.0 mi View →

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