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Damascus International Airport (IATA: DAM) is the main international gateway of the Syrian Arab Republic, located 25 km southeast of Damascus city centre. Serving as the primary hub for civil aviation operations in Syria, the airport handles both domestic and international passenger and cargo flights. It features two parallel runways (05R/23L and 05L/23R), each 3,600m in length with asphalt surface, equipped with ILS CAT I on RWY 23L. ATC services include TWR, APP, and GND on dedicated frequencies, operating H24. Full customs, immigration, and fuelling services are available around the clock.

Aleppo International Airport (IATA: ALP) serves the city of Aleppo, historically the largest city in northern Syria and an important commercial centre. The airport is located approximately 10 km east of the city. It features two runways (09/27 and 10/28), each 2,997m with asphalt surface. ATC services include TWR and APP frequencies. The airport provides customs and immigration services for international operations and is equipped with ALE DVOR/DME (114.5 MHz) for instrument navigation. Operating hours are by arrangement — contact Damascus ACC for current status.

Bassel Al-Assad International Airport (IATA: LTK) is located near the Mediterranean coastal city of Lattakia. It serves the coastal region of Syria and handles both domestic and limited international operations. The airport features two runways: 17R/35L (2,797m × 45m) and 17L/35R (2,400m × 30m), both with asphalt surface. Navigation services include LTK VOR/DME (113.6 MHz). ATC services include TWR, APP, and GND frequencies. The airport provides H24 operations with full ground handling and fuelling services.

Deir ez-Zor Airport (IATA: DEZ) serves the eastern Syrian city of Deir ez-Zor along the Euphrates River, providing domestic air connectivity for the eastern region. The airport has one runway (12/30), 2,850m × 45m with asphalt surface. International services are limited; customs and immigration are available by prior arrangement only. Operating hours are published by NOTAM. Contact Damascus ACC for current operational status.

Qamishli Airport (IATA: KAC) serves the northeastern Syrian city of Qamishli near the Turkish border, providing domestic air services to the Al-Hasakah Governorate. The airport features one runway (08/26), 2,750m × 45m with asphalt surface and PCN 45/F/B/W/T. ATC services are provided by Qamishli Tower (118.500 MHz). The airport operates seasonally or as required — contact Damascus ACC for current status. ATIS service is not available at this location.