# AFZ — Sabzevar National Airport

> Machine-readable reference for AFZ. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes.

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HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/afz
Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/afz.md
JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/AFZ.json (includes live arrivals + weather)
Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml
Last refreshed: 2026-06-20T06:30:24.395+00:00

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## Identity

- Name: Sabzevar National Airport
- IATA: AFZ
- ICAO: OIMS
- City: Sabzevar
- Country: IR (IR)
- Timezone: Asia/Tehran
- Distance from city: 9 km from the city center of Sabzawār
- Runways: 1
- Terminals: 1

## Overview

Welcome Sabzevar National Airport (AFZ) in Iran is more reminiscent of a small regional bus station than a bustling international hub. With only a few scheduled flights each week, it offers a quiet, almost deserted atmosphere that many find efficient but stark. If you treasure minimal queues and no-nonsense travel through tight terminals, AFZ is appealing. However, you must arrive fully prepared since there are no confirmed dining, shopping, or cash services on site. Bring snacks and cash as you'll find no amenities to cater to last-minute needs. At a glance Airport Code: AFZ Terminals: Main Distance from City Center: 9 km Airlines: ATA Airlines, Iran Air Passenger Traffic: No formal data available Terminals & layout The airport consists of a single terminal simply labeled as the Main Terminal. Due to the limited number of flights, the terminal remains manageable with quick processing times. Don’t come expecting lounges or amenities as passengers often describe it as fundamental and adequate for the task of handling a small crowd effectively. Getting to and from the city Situated 9 km from Sabzevar city center, the airport is easily accessible via local taxis or pre-arranged hotel…

## Terminals (1)

- **Main Terminal** — airlines: ATA Airlines, Iran Air
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/afz/terminals/main

## Insider tips

- _Money_: Do not rely on finding food or drinks at AFZ; multiple traveler resources note no confirmed on-site restaurants or cafés, so bring snacks and water from Sabzevar city or your previous airport.
- _Time_: Arrive early despite the airport’s small size: one wait-time guide specifically recommends being at Sabzevar Airport at least 150 minutes before departure to clear check-in and security without stress.
- _Insider_: Print or offline-save your boarding pass and itinerary; smaller Iranian airports like AFZ often have spotty Wi‑Fi and limited airline staffing.
- _Money_: Carry sufficient cash in Iranian rials before reaching the airport; no confirmed presence of ATMs or card-accepting vendors at AFZ.
- _Avoid_: Pre-arrange your ride to and from the airport with a local taxi driver or hotel; limited options for on-demand transport at AFZ.
- _Quiet_: Photography and plane-spotting outside secure areas can be a pleasant, low-key activity due to the lack of heavy crowds and large commercial areas.
- _Local_: Consider staying in a small, family-run guesthouse in Sabzevar city for a more authentic local experience rather than rushing out of AFZ.

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## Live data

Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch:
- https://airport.flights/api/airport/AFZ.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache)
- https://airport.flights/airport/afz/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals
- https://airport.flights/airport/afz/departures — HTML page with live departures