PLZ

Large airport · Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), South Africa

Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport

Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport is a large airport serving Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), South Africa. Its IATA code is PLZ. Its ICAO code is FAPE. It has 2 runways, longest 7,087 ft (ASP). Elevation 226 ft.

IATA PLZICAO FAPE2 runways, longest 7,087 ft (ASP)South AfricaLarge airport

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Airport facts

LocationGqeberha (Port Elizabeth), South Africa
IATA codePLZ
ICAO codeFAPE
TypeLarge airport
Runways2 runways, longest 7,087 ft (ASP)
Elevation226 ft
Scheduled serviceYes
Coordinates33.9897° S, 25.6174° E

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Official website: http://www.acsa.co.za/home.asp?pid=236 — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the airport code for Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport?

Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport — its IATA code is PLZ and its ICAO code is FAPE.

Where is Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport located?

Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport serves Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), South Africa. Its coordinates are 33.9897° S, 25.6174° E.

How high is Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport?

Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport sits at 226 feet above sea level.

Sources

Page last updated 13 November 2026.