Ouahigouya Airport (OUG)

Ouahigouya Airport (OUG) is a regional aviation facility serving the city of Ouahigouya, the capital of the Yatenga Province in northern Burkina Faso. The airport features a basic passenger terminal building designed to handle small-scale operations, primarily supporting private charters, government transport, and humanitarian flights for various NGOs. It acts as a vital infrastructure link for this part of the Sahel region, located approximately 8 miles (13 km) from the city center.

The terminal infrastructure is modest and focused on essential transit services, providing a functional waiting area and basic passenger processing counters. While the facility lacks modern commercial amenities like retail shops or duty-free outlets, it provides a sheltered environment for travelers and crews. Ground handling and passenger assistance are available on-site, typically managed in coordination with specialized regional aviation service providers.

The airfield features a single 5,550-foot (1,692m) unpaved grass and laterite runway (09/27) and is situated at an elevation of 1,102 feet. While there is no regular high-frequency commercial airline service at OUG, the airport maintains basic refueling capabilities for Jet A1 and AVGAS. Ground transportation to the Ouahigouya town center is informal, with most travelers utilizing pre-arranged private vehicles or local taxis.