Flights from Somalia

Flights from Somalia

Planning a trip from Somalia? Rest assured, all the flight information you need is here. With 9 airports across the country, traveling from Somalia is easy and accessible. With international flights currently operated from 6 airports, while 4 airports offer intercontinental flights. Domestic flights are available from every airport in Somalia, 3 of those airports only operate domestic flights.

As of April 2026, Somalia has 917 flights to 17 airports in 9 different countries. Those flights are operated by 15 different airlines — including 2 low-cost airlines — which give you a wide range of options to suit your travel preferences and budget. Cabin classes that are available on flights from Somalia are: Economy and Business Class.

FlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flights from Somalia. Our interactive flight map showcases airports, destinations, and schedules, simplifying the process of finding the best routes.

Prefer a list view? See the sections below for all departure and arrival airports. Which countries have direct flights from Somalia? This information, along with a list of airlines operating those routes, is found further down.

To enhance your travel experience, have a look at our overview of Business Class flights. Additionally, you can filter by travel class directly on the flight map. If you’re looking to fly with a specific alliance to maximize your points and miles, simply use the Alliance filter to view flights operated by Star Alliance or Oneworld.

All airports in Somalia

Travel from Somalia!

Explore all 9 airports across the country, ranked by popularity based on flight traffic at each airport. The biggest airports are located in Mogadishu and Hargeisa, and together, the top 2 airports in these cities account for over 72% of all departing flights this month.

Below is the full list of departure airports across the country. To find flights from any of those locations, simply select an airport to view all routes, airlines, and detailed flight schedules.

Airlines flying from Somalia

You have a wide range of airline options to choose from. Currently, 15 airlines operate flights from Somalia, including 2 low-cost carriers.

Below is an overview of all airlines that offer flights in Somalia. If you're specifically looking for low-cost options, check the dedicated section further down the page.

Low-cost Airlines flying from Somalia

For budget-friendly airfare, consider booking with one of the 2 low-cost airlines departing from Somalia. Flydubai offers the widest range of options, as they operate 100% of all low-cost flights from a total of 1 airports around the country. Explore your options below and find affordable routes that fit your travel plans!

Information on Points & Miles

This section lists destinations within specific distances from Somalia. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles. Please note that the distance to a destination depends on the departure airport that you choose. In case there are multiple departure airports to choose from, the distance to a destination is stated as a distance-range (min-max).

For more flexibility in choosing distances, consider upgrading to FlightConnections Premium. You'll gain access to the distance filter and many other useful features to refine your search, such as filtering by multiple airlines, alliance or aircraft type, just to name a few!

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Destinations from Somalia by flight duration

Have a look at all destinations from Somalia arranged by flight duration. This layout makes it easy to find destinations based on travel time. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!

Remember that the exact travel time depends on your departure airport, that's why we show a time-range in case there are multiple departure airports available to reach a destination.

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Long-haul flights from Somalia

Explore all long-haul destinations from Somalia with a flight duration of more than 7 hours.

Best time to travel from Somalia

When planning a trip from Somalia, the ideal time to travel depends on the climate and location of your destination. To assist you, we've organized all destinations by their climate types. This way, you can easily organize your trip from Somalia, making sure you visit your favorite destination during the best time of year!

☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations

Somalia currently offers non-stop flights to 8 Hot Mediterranean destinations. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

Although Mediterranean destinations in the Northern Hemisphere are nice to visit throughout the year, the best times to explore them are in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The temperatures during these seasons are pleasantly warm, which is a nice contrast to the summer heat that often prevails here with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

You can enjoy the Mediterranean areas in the Southern Hemisphere any time of the year, but spring (September-November) and fall (March-May) are the best times to visit, as hot summer days with temperatures above 30°C (86°F) are frequent.

🏜️ Desert destinations

If you're interested in exploring a desert destination accessible via direct flight from Somalia, consider these 6 destinations. Desert locations are renowned for their striking landscapes, adventure activities such as sandboarding and camel riding, and tranquil, starry nights.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

The destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere can be visited year-round, but for a more enjoyable visit, it's best to avoid them during the hot summer months, where temperatures often exceed 40°C (104°F). Consider scheduling your trip between September and May for a more pleasant experience.

🌺 Subtropical destinations

At the moment, only 1 subtropical destination is accessible by a direct flight from Somalia. Subtropical locations are known for their warmth, breathtaking vegetation and diverse wildlife, offering a mix of outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

You can enjoy those destinations north of the equator at any time — with temperatures that often exceed 30°C (86°F). But they are most enjoyable during the dry season, which lasts from late September to November. During this period, the weather is warm and pleasant, with little rainfall since the wet season has ended.

🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime destinations

There’s just one direct flight route to an oceanic / maritime destination from Somalia. Enjoy the mild weather, green scenery, and a peaceful blend of nature and cultural exploration.

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

As you plan your trip, keep in mind that on the Southern Hemisphere the autumn and winter months in this type of destinations tend to be rainier, from March to August. So, if you prefer sunny skies and outdoor activities, it's best to visit during the summer season, from November to February. During this period, temperatures typically range from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F).

🌴 Tropical destinations

You can reach one tropical destination from Somalia with a direct flight. These areas are renowned for their rainforests, beaches, and adventurous activities like hiking, diving, and wildlife exploration.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

In the Northern Hemisphere, the dry season for these destinations lasts from November to April, which is the best time to explore them! You can enjoy predominantly dry conditions with tempratures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F) during this period, while the wet season might lead to longer rain spells.

Countries with direct flights from Somalia

Which countries are easy to visit when flying from Somalia?

Explore the list below to find all countries accessible by direct flight from Somalia. The list displays the number of non-stop destination airports in each country. As of today, you can fly non-stop to 8 countries, spread across Africa and Asia.

Non-stop flights from Somalia

The list below shows all airports with direct flights from Somalia, organized by popularity. Currently, 8 destination airports located in 8 countries, located in Africa and Asia. Planning a vacation or business trip? Discover your travel options here!

Business Class flights from Somalia

Flying Business Class from Somalia

Did you know that you can fly business class from 4 airports in Somalia? Together, those airports connect to 12 destinations in 9 countries globally.

The most popular airports for business class travelers include Mogadishu (MGQ), Hargeisa (HGA), Garowe (GGR) and Bosaso (BSA).

Explore the complete overview of business class airports below, or use the class filter on the map to view all business class flights departing from Somalia!

Business Class airports in Somalia

Destinations with Business Class flights

Domestic flights within Somalia

If you're looking to travel across Somalia by plane, it's highly likely that you'll fly with Jubba Airways, Daallo Airlines - D9 or FlexFlight, as they operate the majority of domestic flights, accounting for an impressive 86% of all domestic flights this month. Somalia has 3 airports that exclusively serve domestic flights. Mogadishu and Hargeisa Airport is the favored choice for domestic flights. In April, 294 of all departing domestic flights are being handled by these airports.

Check out the section below for detailed statistics and a full overview of all domestic routes in Somalia.

International flights from Somalia to Africa

In total there are 4 cities in 4 countries across Africa that you can reach by direct flight. Those flights depart from one of 6 international airports in Somalia.

Mogadishu Airport stands out as the primary international airport in Somalia with 227 flights scheduled this month, representing 66% of flights to destinations within Africa.

The most popular destinations are Nairobi (NBO), Addis Ababa (ADD), Djibouti (JIB) and Entebbe (EBB).

A total of 12 airlines, connect Somalia with 11 international routes to 4 countries in Africa. Of the various airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Jubba Airways, i-Fly Air, Freedom Airline Express and Daallo Airlines - D9 operate the majority of international flights.

In the sections below, you’ll find detailed information on all available non-stop flight routes to each country, along with stopover options whenever available.

Flights to Kenya from Somalia

4 Airports in Somalia offer direct flights to only one airport in Kenya: Nairobi Airport. In total there are 4 non-stop routes to Kenya, operated by 7 airlines, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Somalia to Kenya with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 6 airports in Somalia offer flights to 7 more destinations in Kenya that require only 1 stop:

Flights to Ethiopia from Somalia

4 Airports in Somalia offer direct flights to only one airport in Ethiopia: Addis Ababa Airport. In total there are 4 non-stop routes to Ethiopia, operated by Ethiopian Airlines.

Somalia to Ethiopia with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 4 airports in Somalia that have 1-stop flights to 26 more destinations in Ethiopia:

Flights to Djibouti from Somalia

There are 2 airports in Somalia directly connected to only one airport in Djibouti: Djibouti Airport. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to Djibouti, operated by 4 airlines, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Flights to Uganda from Somalia

Mogadishu Airport is the only airport in Somalia that is directly connected to Uganda, with flights to Entebbe Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Uganda from Somalia, operated by Uganda Airlines.

Somalia to Uganda with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Mogadishu Airport offers flights to 4 more airports in Uganda, with just one stop along the way:

Intercontinental flights from Somalia

Somalia is directly connected to Asia, with flights available to 4 countries on this continent. However, it has limited connections to the rest of the world.

Below, you'll find all 98 intercontinental flights organized by continent, country, and departure airport.

Direct flights from Somalia to Asia

Direct flights from Somalia connect to 4 countries in Asia. 7 airlines offer these non-stop routes, including 2 low-cost airlines, resulting in a total of 7 direct flight routes to the continent.

Somalia to United Arab Emirates Flights

You can fly directly from 3 airports in Somalia and arrive at Dubai Airport, the only airport in United Arab Emirates with direct flights from Somalia. Amounting to a total of 3 non-stop flight routes, operated by 4 airlines, as well as the only low-cost airline on these routes: Flydubai.

Somalia to United Arab Emirates with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 6 airports in Somalia offer flights to 5 more destinations in United Arab Emirates that require only 1 stop:

Somalia to Saudi Arabia Flights

You can fly non-stop from 2 airports in Somalia and arrive at Jeddah Airport, the only airport in Saudi Arabia with direct flights from Somalia. Amounting to a total of 2 non-stop flight routes, operated by 4 airlines, neither of which are low cost airlines.

Somalia to Saudi Arabia with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 6 airports in Somalia offer flights to 25 more destinations in Saudi Arabia that require only 1 stop:

Somalia to Turkey Flights

Direct flights from Somalia to Turkey are all departing from Mogadishu, which is the only city in Somalia that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Turkey, you will arrive at Istanbul Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Somalia. Flights are operated by Turkish Airlines.

Somalia to Turkey with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 4 airports in Somalia offer flights to 45 more destinations in Turkey that require only 1 stop:

Somalia to Oman Flights

Direct flights from Somalia to Oman are all departing from Mogadishu, which is the only city in Somalia that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Oman, you will arrive at Muscat Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Somalia. Flights are operated by SalamAir, a low-cost airline.

Somalia to Oman with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 4 airports in Somalia that have 1-stop flights to 4 more destinations in Oman:

Most popular routes from Somalia

Looking for exciting new places to explore? Check out the flights below! This list features the most popular non-stop routes from Somalia. We hope that it provides you with a bit of travel inspiration, as it contains the best destinations that you can reach with a direct flight!

Popular routes from Somalia with a stopover

If you can't reach your desired destination from an airport near you, don't worry; you can still reach many destinations with a quick stopover along the way.

To view all 1- or 2-stop flight options on the map, click the ”Show indirect destinations” button or use the search bar to select your destination and find all the route information you need to plan your trip!

If you prefer a list view instead, just have a look at the list below, which contains the most popular connecting flights from Somalia:

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