Aswan International Airport
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About Aswan International Airport
Aswan International Airport, is a domestic airport located 16 km southwest of Aswan, Egypt. It was built in 1956 and upgraded in 1992 and 1999 by the Egyptian government.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
HESNNOTAMs
HESNReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 11,161 ft / 3,402 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | RADAR | 119.350 MHz |
| EMR | FIRE | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 585.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
Services & operations
Aswan International Airport features a 3,400-meter asphalt runway and modern services for both domestic and international flights.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: N (from about 0°), on 53% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 95% | 793 ft | |
| Feb | 95% | 1,098 ft | |
| Mar | 87% | 1,773 ft | |
| Apr | 89% | 2,451 ft | |
| May | 92% | 2,991 ft | |
| Jun | 97% | 3,446 ft | |
| Jul | 98% | 3,539 ft | |
| Aug | 93% | 3,520 ft | |
| Sep | 98% | 3,147 ft | |
| Oct | 99% | 2,560 ft | |
| Nov | 98% | 1,810 ft | |
| Dec | 97% | 1,016 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~793–3,539 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Aswan International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Aswan International Airport?
The ICAO code for Aswan International Airport is HESN, and its IATA code is ASW.
Where is Aswan International Airport located?
Aswan International Airport is large airport located in Aswan, Egypt, at an elevation of 650 ft (198 m).
How many runways does Aswan International Airport have?
Aswan International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 11,161 ft / 3,402 m.
Which airlines fly to Aswan International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Aswan International Airport include Egyptair, Marysya Airlines, Nas Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Aswan International Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Aswan International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Aswan International Airport in?
Aswan International Airport is in the Africa/Cairo time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Aswan International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Aswan International Airport is approximately 4.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Aswan International Airport?
The nearest airport to Aswan International Airport is Darau Airport (HE23), about 28.2 nm to the nne, followed by Abu Rahal Well Airport and Abu Simbel Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Aswan International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.