Oran Es-Sénia (Ahmed Ben Bella) International Airport

DAOO / ORN

Es-Sénia, DZ

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
07:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
1 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAOO 180730Z VRB01KT 9999 FEW026 SCT230 16/10 Q1019

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 295 ft
FEW 2,600 ft AGL
SCT 23,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,895 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
23,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
23,295 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Oran Es-Sénia (Ahmed Ben Bella) International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 23,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,600 ft, scattered at 23,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF DAOO 180500Z 1806/1906 VRB02KT CAVOK BECMG 1812/1815 34010KT BECMG 1819/1822 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
12:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 340° 10 kt
19:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR VRB 2 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AOO
07L
25R
07R
25L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07L/25R 11,811 ft 148 ft ASP 67° No wind data
07R/25L 9,843 ft 148 ft CON No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DAOO

9,435 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.9%
MVFR
15.4%
IFR
1.7%
LIFR
1%

Oran Es-Sénia (Ahmed Ben Bella) International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 1.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.2%
NE
12.6%
E
3.4%
SE
2.8%
S
14.6%
SW
32.4%
W
7.5%
NW
6.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 16°C
Range: 1°C to 35°C
1°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

October April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07L/25R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 07R/25L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 9,435 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Oran Es-Sénia (Ahmed Ben Bella) International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DAOO
IATA Code: ORN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 295 ft MSL

Location

City: Es-Sénia
Country: DZ
Latitude: 35.623901°
Longitude: -0.621183°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07L/25R
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07R/25L
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Oran Es-Sénia (Ahmed Ben Bella) International Airport

Overview

Oran Es-Sénia International Airport serves the coastal region of western Algeria, located near the city of Oran. As a medium-sized international airport with two substantial runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for commercial and regional air traffic in the area.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 85.2% of observations showing clear weather suitable for visual flight. Wind patterns are consistently from the southwest at an average of 7.2 knots, with temperatures ranging from 1°C to 35°C and an average of 16.8°C. Pilots can expect excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Notable Features

Situated at 295 feet above mean sea level, the airport features two parallel runways with similar wind characteristics. The primary runway 07L/25R extends 11,811 feet and is asphalt-surfaced, while the secondary runway 07R/25L is 9,843 feet with a concrete surface. Both runways show 100% favorable wind alignment and an average crosswind of 4.4 knots.

Approach Considerations

The most favorable months for VFR operations are October, September, and November, offering optimal flying conditions. Given the consistent southwest wind pattern, approaches on runways 07 and 25 are typically straightforward, with minimal wind-related complications. Pilots should note the low probability of adverse weather, with less than 2% of observations showing IFR or worse conditions.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.