Damascus International Airport (DAM)

Location

The airport is situated 18 miles (29km) from the centre of Damascus.

Getting to the city

Airport buses travel to and from Baramkeh bus station; the fare is S£70 including luggage charge.

Time

GMT +2 (GMT +3 from March to October).

Contacts

Tel: +963 (0)11 444 3400/9.

Airport Taxis

Expect to pay in the region of S£1500 for the 30 minute ride to the city centre; taxi journeys to the city care far cheaper, from S£600. Negotiate and agree of the fare before departure as taxis are unmetered. Fares double after midnight.

Facilities

Facilities include duty-free and souvenir shops, restaurants, a coffee shop and an Internet café. There is a bank in the arrivals hall, as well as an ATM, one of the few reliable terminals in Syria.

Departure Tax

US$30 or S£1500

Damascus International Airport Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.