Medium airport · Qayyarah, Iraq
Qayyarah West Airport
Qayyarah West Airport is a medium airport serving Qayyarah, Iraq. Its IATA code is RQW. It has 1 runway, longest 11,486 ft (CON). Elevation 749 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Qayyarah, Iraq |
|---|---|
| IATA code | RQW |
| Type | Medium airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 11,486 ft (CON) |
| Elevation | 749 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.7672° N, 43.1251° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
Landmarks near this airport
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- Hatra · Iraq · 26.0 miles away
- Erbil Citadel · Iraq · 57.4 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Qayyarah West Airport?
Qayyarah West Airport — its IATA code is RQW.
Where is Qayyarah West Airport located?
Qayyarah West Airport serves Qayyarah, Iraq. Its coordinates are 35.7672° N, 43.1251° E.
How high is Qayyarah West Airport?
Qayyarah West Airport sits at 749 feet above sea level.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#5295
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qayyarah_Airfield_West
Page last updated 13 November 2026.