Large airport · Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), South Africa
Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport
Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport is a large airport serving Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), South Africa. Its IATA code is PLZ. Its ICAO code is FAPE. It has 2 runways, longest 7,087 ft (ASP). Elevation 226 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), South Africa |
|---|---|
| IATA code | PLZ |
| ICAO code | FAPE |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 2 runways, longest 7,087 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 226 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 33.9897° S, 25.6174° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
Official website: http://www.acsa.co.za/home.asp?pid=236 — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
National parks near this airport
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- Tsitsikamma National Park · South Africa · 98.6 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport?
Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport — its IATA code is PLZ and its ICAO code is FAPE.
Where is Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport located?
Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport serves Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), South Africa. Its coordinates are 33.9897° S, 25.6174° E.
How high is Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport?
Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport sits at 226 feet above sea level.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#2820
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chief_Dawid_Stuurman_International_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.



