Majeed Bin Abdulaziz Airport

OEAO / ULH

Al Ula, SA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
6 kt
40°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OEAO 040200Z 04006KT CAVOK 13/M04 Q1021 NOSIG
QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
953 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,050 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,818 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,070 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF OEAO 032300Z 0400/0506 04012KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 40° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EAO
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
10,007 ft 164 ft asphalt
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OEAO

3,877 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
96.9%
MVFR
3.1%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0%

Majeed Bin Abdulaziz Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 96.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 22.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 6°C to 44°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 22.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.6%
NE
10.2%
E
9.7%
SE
6.6%
S
8.6%
SW
10.3%
W
15.3%
NW
7.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.4°C
Range: 6°C to 44°C
6°C 44°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 3,877 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Majeed Bin Abdulaziz Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OEAO
IATA Code: ULH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,050 ft MSL

Location

City: Al Ula
Country: SA
Latitude: 26.483333°
Longitude: 38.116944°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 10,007 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: asphalt
ILS: No

About Majeed Bin Abdulaziz Airport

Overview

Majeed Bin Abdulaziz Airport serves the historic Al Ula region in Saudi Arabia, situated at an elevation of 2050 feet above mean sea level. The airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for this remote area, supporting regional transportation needs in a historically significant location. Its single runway (12/30) spans 10,007 feet of asphalt, capable of handling medium-sized aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Majeed Bin Abdulaziz Airport are predominantly VFR, with 97.2% of observations reporting clear conditions suitable for visual flight. Prevailing winds consistently blow from the west at 270°, with an average speed of 5.6 knots and occasional gusts up to 20 knots. The temperature range is substantial, varying from 6°C to 44°C, with an average of 24.4°C, indicating significant thermal variations pilots should anticipate.

Notable Features

The airport is located in a desert region with terrain characteristics typical of northwestern Saudi Arabia. Its high elevation of 2050 feet MSL and geographical coordinates (26.483333, 38.116944) place it in a relatively flat area with minimal surrounding terrain challenges. The airport experiences calm wind conditions 22.4% of the time, which can impact takeoff and landing performance.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 demonstrates highly favorable wind conditions, with wind alignment at 100% and an average crosswind component of just 3.9 knots. September, October, and November represent the most consistent VFR flying months, offering optimal approach and departure conditions. Pilots should expect excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and no reported instances of fog or severely reduced visibility.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.