Guemar Airport - مطار قمار بالوادي (ELU)
Guemar, DZ 🇩🇿 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
DAUO
IATA
ELU
Elevation
203 ft
Region
DZ-39
Local Time
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GPS Code: DAUO
Local Code: Not available
Location: 33.511398° N, 6.77679° E
Continent: Africa
Type: Medium Airport
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Online Reviews Summary
Recent information regarding Guemar Airport (DAUO (ELU)) suggests a generally efficient and aesthetically pleasing experience, although detailed traveler reviews are not widely available in English-language search results. The airport appears to handle passenger processing with reasonable speed, and its internal design has garnered positive attention.
What Travelers Love
- Aesthetically Pleasing Interior: A recent video from January 2025 highlights the airport's beautiful ornamentation (zakhrafa), describing it as "small but beautiful".
- Efficient Security Checkpoints: Travelers can expect relatively short waiting times for security, with current estimates around 11 minutes.
- Streamlined Passport Control: Immigration and passport control processes also appear efficient, with estimated wait times of approximately 9 minutes.
- Organized Parking Options: The airport offers various parking providers with options like covered parking, shuttle service, and 24/7 security, allowing travelers to compare rates and book online.
Common Complaints
- Limited Publicly Available Reviews: There is a notable absence of widespread, detailed traveler reviews in English, making it difficult to identify common complaints or specific negative experiences. This may suggest that major issues are not frequently reported, or that review platforms for this specific airport are not widely utilized by international travelers.
Guemar Airport appears to offer a pleasant and efficient experience for travelers, particularly regarding its interior aesthetics and reasonable wait times for security and immigration. While extensive direct feedback from passengers is not readily available, the existing information points to a functional and visually appealing facility.
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Airport Routes
Guemar Airport - مطار قمار بالوادي (ELU) offers 14 flight routes operated by 2 airlines. Major carriers include Air Algerie and Tassili. Popular destinations from Guemar include Houari Boumedienne, Mohamed Boudiaf Int'l, Illizi, Ain Arnat and Tamanrasset.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
- Houari Boumedienne (ALG) 2
- Mohamed Boudiaf Int'l (CZL) 2
- Illizi (VVZ) 1
- Ain Arnat (QSF) 1
- Tamanrasset (TMR) 1
- Rabah Bitat (AAE) 1
- Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz (MED) 1
- Es Senia (ORN) 1
- Touat Cheikh Sidi Mohamed Belkebir (AZR) 1
- Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG) 1
- King Abdulaziz Int'l (JED) 1
- Tiska (DJG) 1
Newly Discovered
- Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG) new
- Houari Boumedienne (ALG) new
- Mohamed Boudiaf Int'l (CZL) new
- Ain Arnat (QSF) new
- Es Senia (ORN) new
- Tamanrasset (TMR) new
- Tiska (DJG) new
- Illizi (VVZ) new
- Touat Cheikh Sidi Mohamed Belkebir (AZR) new
- Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz (MED) new
- King Abdulaziz Int'l (JED) new
- Rabah Bitat (AAE) new
Popular Flight Routes
| Destination | IATA | City | Aircraft Type | Airline | Details | Route Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houari Boumedienne | ALG |
Algiers | AT72 | Air Algerie | 16 flights · 298 mi | |
| Tamanrasset | TMR |
Tamanrasset | AT72 | Air Algerie | 5 flights · 744 mi | |
| Illizi | VVZ |
Illizi | AT72 | DAH | 4 flights · 482 mi | |
| Mohamed Boudiaf Int'l | CZL |
Constantine | AT72 | DAH | 4 flights · 191 mi | |
| Es Senia | ORN |
Oran | AT72 | Air Algerie | 3 flights · 446 mi | |
| Houari Boumedienne | ALG |
Algiers | DH8D | Tassili | 3 flights · 298 mi | |
| Rabah Bitat | AAE |
Annaba | DH8D | Tassili | 2 flights · 236 mi | |
| Mohamed Boudiaf Int'l | CZL |
Constantine | B738 | DTH | 2 flights · 191 mi | |
| Charles de Gaulle/Roissy | CDG |
Paris | B738 | DAH | 2 flights · 1094 mi | |
| Tiska | DJG |
Djanet | B736 | Air Algerie | 2 flights · 658 mi | |
| Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz | MED |
Medina | B738 | DAH | 2 flights · 2075 mi | |
| Touat Cheikh Sidi Mohamed Belkebir | AZR |
Adrar | DH8B | DTH | 2 flights · 570 mi | |
| Ain Arnat | QSF |
Setif | B738 | DTH | 1 flight · 202 mi | |
| King Abdulaziz Int'l | JED |
Jeddah | B738 | DAH | 1 flight · 2136 mi |
Top Airlines
Operating at Guemar Airport - مطار قمار بالواديAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Air Algerie
DAH
/ AH
|
9 | 39 | 9 | May 10, 2026 |
Tassili
DTH
/ SF
|
5 | 10 | 5 | May 10, 2026 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
02/20 |
6562 ft | 98 ft | ASP | Active |
13/31 |
9843 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| RDO | EL OUED RDO | 889.4 MHz |
| TWR | EL OUED TWR | 119.7 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis are the primary and most reliable transportation option at Guemar Airport. You can find them waiting outside the terminal building, timed with flight arrivals. It is recommended to agree on the fare with the driver before beginning your journey to El Oued city or other destinations.
Rental Cars
Car rental is available, typically from local Algerian agencies rather than major international chains. It is strongly advised to arrange your car rental in advance. The company will usually arrange to meet you at the airport with the vehicle upon your arrival.
Public Transportation
There is no direct scheduled public bus or train service that connects to Guemar Airport. To use public transportation, you must first take a taxi from the airport to the main bus station in the city of El Oued.
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