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Tombouctou Airport (TOM)

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Tombouctou, Mali

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ICAO Code: GATB

IATA Code: TOM

Elevation: 863ft

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The city of Tombouctou is located in the Tombouctou Region of Mali, just 3 miles from the airport. It is a renowned cultural and religious center and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1988, making it a popular destination for both tourists and pilgrims alike. The city is known for its ancient mosques and shrines, as well as its unique architecture, which includes flat-roofed adobe buildings and traditional mud-brick houses. The local economy is heavily dependent on agriculture, with the main crops being millet, sorghum, and cotton. The city is also home to a vibrant music and art scene, with many street performers and art galleries.

Airport Directions

To get to Tombouctou Airport (TOM) by car, you would need to take the N16 highway north from the city center of Tombouctou. The journey is approximately 22 kilometers and should take about half an hour. By bus, you can take a shared taxi from the city center to the airport, which costs around 300 CFA. There are also direct bus services from other cities in the region, such as Timbuktu and Gao, which cost around 1000 CFA. To get to the airport by train, you would need to take the train from Timbuktu to Gao, which takes around 2.5 hours and costs around 1000 CFA. Finally, you can take a taxi from the city center to the airport, which costs around 2000 CFA.

Airport Terminals & Airlines

Currently, there are no airlines that operate out of Tombouctou Airport (TOM). However, there are a number of ground transportation options available, including car rental, taxi, and bus services. Additionally, there are several nearby airports that offer flights to and from Tombouctou, including Bamako Airport (BKO) and Gao Airport (GAO).

Airport Address

The address of Tombouctou Airport (TOM) is Airport International de Tomboctou, Tombouctou, Mali. The phone number is +223 20 29 28 32 and the email address is aitom@ministere-transport.gov.ml. The opening hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time.

Airport Lost & Found

The Lost & Found department at Tombouctou Airport (TOM) is located in the airport terminal building. The address is Terminal Building, Tombouctou Airport, Tombouctou, Mali. The phone number is +223 20 20 20 20 and the opening hours are 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM local time, Monday through Sunday.

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