Bahir Dar Airport
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
About 12h 21m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Bahir Dar Airport
Bahir Dar Airport, also unofficially known as Dejazmach Belay Zeleke Airport, is a public airport serving Bahir Dar, the capital city of the Amhara Region in Ethiopia. The name of the city and airport may also be transliterated as Bahar Dar. Bahir Dar airport is located 8 km west of Bahir Dar, near Lake Tana. The airport is also used by the Ethiopian Air Force.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
HABDNOTAMs
HABDReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 9,842 ft / 3,000 m | 148 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
Navaids(3)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 10% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 86% | 8,362 ft | |
| Feb | 97% | 8,600 ft | |
| Mar | 86% | 8,362 ft | |
| Apr | 84% | 8,429 ft | |
| May | 93% | 8,504 ft | |
| Jun | 82% | 7,858 ft | |
| Jul | 64% | 7,780 ft | |
| Aug | 78% | 7,628 ft | |
| Sep | 60% | 7,698 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~7,628–8,600 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bahir Dar Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Bahir Dar Airport?
The ICAO code for Bahir Dar Airport is HABD, and its IATA code is BJR.
Where is Bahir Dar Airport located?
Bahir Dar Airport is medium airport located in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia, at an elevation of 5,978 ft (1,822 m).
How many runways does Bahir Dar Airport have?
Bahir Dar Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,842 ft / 3,000 m.
Which airlines fly to Bahir Dar Airport?
Airlines historically serving Bahir Dar Airport include Ethiopian Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Bahir Dar Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Bahir Dar Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Bahir Dar Airport in?
Bahir Dar Airport is in the Africa/Addis Ababa time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bahir Dar Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bahir Dar Airport is approximately 2.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bahir Dar Airport?
The nearest airport to Bahir Dar Airport is Debre Tabor Airport (DBT), about 43.7 nm to the ene, followed by Gondar Airport and Beles Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bahir Dar Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.