El Fasher Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 25m 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 El Fasher Airport
El Fasher Airport, also known as Al Fashir Airport, is an airport serving El Fasher, the capital city of the North Darfur state in Sudan.
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El Fasher Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: HSOB.
Live weather
HSOBNOTAMs
HSOBReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 9,744 ft / 2,970 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 5,010 ft / 1,527 m | 148 ft | Gvl | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR/APP | 127.300 MHz |
Navaids(2)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 28% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 91% | 3,689 ft | |
| Feb | 85% | 4,312 ft | |
| Mar | 82% | 4,696 ft | |
| Apr | 92% | 4,951 ft | |
| May | 81% | 5,243 ft | |
| Jun | 95% | 4,906 ft | |
| Jul | 99% | 4,611 ft | |
| Aug | 99% | 4,312 ft | |
| Sep | 100% | 4,550 ft | |
| Oct | 100% | 4,710 ft | |
| Nov | 100% | 4,394 ft | |
| Dec | 100% | 3,807 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~3,689–5,243 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from El Fasher Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for El Fasher Airport?
The ICAO code for El Fasher Airport is HSFS, and its IATA code is ELF.
Where is El Fasher Airport located?
El Fasher Airport is medium airport located in El Fasher, Sudan, at an elevation of 2,393 ft (729 m).
How many runways does El Fasher Airport have?
El Fasher Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 9,744 ft / 2,970 m.
Which airlines fly to El Fasher Airport?
Airlines historically serving El Fasher Airport include ALAK, Sudan Airways (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from El Fasher Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from El Fasher Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is El Fasher Airport in?
El Fasher Airport is in the Africa/Khartoum time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at El Fasher Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at El Fasher Airport is approximately 3.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near El Fasher Airport?
The nearest airport to El Fasher Airport is Kutum Airport (SD-0003), about 54.3 nm to the nw, followed by Nyala Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. El Fasher Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.