Jaffna International Airport (JAF)

Airport serving Jaffna, Northern Province, Sri Lanka.

IATA: JAF
ICAO: VCCJ
Local time: —
Time zone: India Standard TimeAsia/Colombo
Elevation: 33 ft10 m
To the centre: 15 km9 mi from central Jaffna, straight line

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Frequently asked questions

How far is JAF from Jaffna city centre?

Jaffna International Airport is about 15 km (9 miles) from the centre of Jaffna in a straight line. The trip by road is longer, and how long it takes depends on traffic and the transport you use.

What time zone is JAF in?

Jaffna International Airport is in the Asia/Colombo time zone. The current local time is shown at the top of this page.

What are the airport codes for Jaffna International Airport?

IATA JAF, ICAO VCCJ. Airlines and booking sites use the three-letter IATA code; pilots and air traffic control use the four-letter ICAO code.