VIR Airport Code, Virginia Airport
VIR is the IATA code for Virginia Airport, a regional airport serving Durban, South Africa. Airlines and booking systems use VIR, while pilots and air traffic control use the ICAO code FAVG. It lies in the southern and eastern hemispheres, at 29.77° S, 31.06° E.
What is the Durban airport code?
The airport code for Virginia Airport is VIR. This is the IATA code, the three-letter code you see on boarding passes, baggage tags and departure boards. The airport also has the ICAO code FAVG, used in flight plans and by air traffic control.
Its ICAO code FAVG begins with F, the prefix ICAO assigns to southern Africa.
Where is VIR?
Virginia Airport serves Durban, South Africa. It is close to sea level at 20 ft (6 m), typical of a coastal or low-lying airport.
Runways at VIR
It has a single paved runway. The longest is 3,035 ft (0.93 km), designated 05/23.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Durban?
The IATA airport code for Virginia Airport in Durban is VIR. Its ICAO code is FAVG.
What is the 3-letter code for Durban?
The 3-letter IATA code for Virginia Airport in Durban is VIR.
What airport is VIR?
VIR is Virginia Airport, located in Durban, South Africa.
What country is VIR in?
VIR (Virginia Airport) is in South Africa.
Where is VIR airport located?
Virginia Airport (VIR) is in Durban, South Africa, at coordinates -29.7706, 31.0584.
What is the ICAO code for Virginia Airport?
The ICAO code for Virginia Airport is FAVG. Pilots and air traffic control use it, while airlines and booking systems use the IATA code VIR.
What is the difference between VIR and FAVG?
VIR is the IATA code used for tickets and baggage. FAVG is the ICAO code used by pilots and air traffic control for the same airport, Virginia Airport.
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