Chlef Aboubakr Belkaid International Airport

DAOI / CFK

Chlef, DZ

Last Updated
May 14, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
6 kt
340°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAOI 141600Z 34006KT 9999 SCT026 SCT100 25/06 Q1007

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 463 ft
SCT 2,600 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,063 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,463 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Chlef Aboubakr Belkaid International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 6 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,600 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating very dry 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 DAOI 141100Z 1412/1512 08006KT 9999 FEW026 SCT230 BECMG 1506/1508 24012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:19Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AOI
07
25
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 5,413 ft 98 ft ASP 66°
0.4 kt 6.0 kt
86° angle
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
8,793 ft 148 ft ASPH
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DAOI

5,360 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.7%
MVFR
29.3%
IFR
1.9%
LIFR
0.1%

Chlef Aboubakr Belkaid International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 63 knots. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 63 kt
Calm Winds: 6.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
14%
N
7.3%
S
2.6%
W
14.1%
NE
26.4%
NW
4.7%
SE
1.3%
SW
23.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.8°C
Range: 4°C to 38°C
4°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 5,360 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Chlef Aboubakr Belkaid International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DAOI
IATA Code: CFK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 463 ft MSL

Location

City: Chlef
Country: DZ
Latitude: 36.217166°
Longitude: 1.342237°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 5,413 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 8,793 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Chlef Aboubakr Belkaid International Airport

Overview

Chlef Aboubakr Belkaid International Airport serves the Chlef region in Algeria, situated at an elevation of 463 ft MSL. As a medium-sized international airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional and national transportation needs. The airport features two substantial asphalt runways capable of handling diverse aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at this airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 76.7% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The prevailing northeast wind at 45° averages 6.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 44 knots. Temperature ranges from 4°C to 38°C, with an average of 17.4°C, offering relatively stable flying environments throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's dual runway configuration (07/25 and 08/26) provides operational flexibility across different wind conditions. Both runways demonstrate near-identical wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and minimal average crosswind components of 2.5-2.8 knots. The airport's elevation and geographic positioning contribute to generally stable meteorological conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced conditions. September through November represent the optimal months for VFR operations. The substantial runway lengths (5,413 ft and 8,793 ft) accommodate a wide range of aircraft types and provide robust operational margins for approaches and departures.

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.