Medium airport · Ar Rayyan, Qatar
Al Udeid Air Base
It is the largest US military base in the Middle East, hosting approximately 10,000 military personnel as of 2026. Its IATA code is XJD. Its ICAO code is OTBH. It has 1 runway, longest 12,303 ft (ASP). Elevation 130 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Ar Rayyan, Qatar |
|---|---|
| IATA code | XJD |
| ICAO code | OTBH |
| Type | Medium airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 12,303 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 130 ft |
| Coordinates | 25.1173° N, 51.3150° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Al Udeid Air Base is known for
It is the largest US military base in the Middle East, hosting approximately 10,000 military personnel as of 2026.
History
It is the largest US military base in the Middle East, hosting approximately 10,000 military personnel as of 2026.
Landmarks near this airport
Famous landmarks close to Al Udeid Air Base, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site LandmarkProfiles.
- Museum of Islamic Art, Doha · Qatar · 18.6 miles away
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Al Udeid Air Base, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Umm Tais National Park · Qatar · 71.4 miles away
Airports nearby
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Frequently asked questions
What is Al Udeid Air Base?
It is the largest US military base in the Middle East, hosting approximately 10,000 military personnel as of 2026.
What is the airport code for Al Udeid Air Base?
Al Udeid Air Base — its IATA code is XJD and its ICAO code is OTBH.
Where is Al Udeid Air Base located?
Al Udeid Air Base serves Ar Rayyan, Qatar. Its coordinates are 25.1173° N, 51.3150° E.
What is the history of Al Udeid Air Base?
It is the largest US military base in the Middle East, hosting approximately 10,000 military personnel as of 2026.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#5309
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al_Udeid_Air_Base
Page last updated 13 November 2026.