Al Bateen Executive.
Private aviation guide to Al Bateen Executive: runway, opening hours, private terminals, routes and flight times.
- ICAO
- OMAD
- IATA
- AZI
- Serves
- Abu Dhabi
- Private terminal
- Yes
Flying private from AZI.
Al Bateen Executive (OMAD) is one of the main private aviation airports serving Abu Dhabi.
Al Bateen is a dedicated business jet airport about 12 km from central Abu Dhabi, with no airline traffic since scheduled flights moved to Zayed International in 2014.
Customs and immigration are cleared inside the VIP terminal, typically in 15 to 20 minutes, and no airport slots are needed.
Other options in Abu Dhabi include Zayed International (AUH). Flights are operated by GCAA-licensed operators.
Al Bateen Executive at a glance.
| OMAD | |
|---|---|
| Longest runway | 13/31, 10,505 ft (3,202 m) |
| Opening hours | Open 24 hours |
| Customs and immigration | Yes, airport of entry, cleared inside the FBO |
| Distance | About 12 km (7.5 miles) southeast of central Abu Dhabi |
| Private terminals | VIP terminals run by Jetex since 2023; separate Royal Terminal |
| Rules for private jets | No airport slots required; handling is mandatory |
Sources: AC-U-KWIK airport record, OMAD; Al Bateen Executive Airport, Wikipedia (history, distance); Jetex wins concession to operate Al Bateen FBO, AIN, April 2023; Business Jet Destination Guide: Abu Dhabi, Universal Weather (customs, slots). Hours and rules change; your operator confirms them for the date you fly.
From AZI by private jet.
- Distance
- 48 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 25m
- One way
- from AED 25.5k
- Distance
- 64 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 27m
- One way
- from AED 25.5k
- Distance
- 79 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 29m
- One way
- from AED 25.5k
- Distance
- 79 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 29m
- One way
- from AED 25.5k
- Distance
- 103 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 33m
- One way
- from AED 25.5k
- Distance
- 107 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 33m
- One way
- from AED 25.5k
Other Abu Dhabi airports.
Questions, answered
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Ask a specialistWhat are the opening hours of Al Bateen Executive?+
Open 24 hours.
How long is the runway at Al Bateen Executive?+
The longest runway is 13/31, 10,505 ft (3,202 m).
Are there special rules for private jets at Al Bateen Executive?+
No airport slots required; handling is mandatory.
Does Al Bateen Executive have a private jet terminal?+
Yes. Private passengers use a dedicated terminal.
How early should I arrive at AZI?+
About 30 minutes before departure for domestic trips, an hour for international.
Can I fly a private jet from AZI today?+
Often yes, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
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