Egal International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 12h 38m 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 Egal International Airport
Egal International Airport is an airport in Hargeisa, the capital of Somaliland, named after Somaliland's second president Muhammad Haji Ibrahim Egal. In 2002 the airport handled 85,800 passengers and 4,300 tons of cargo ovder a total of 6,120 landings. The airport underwent major renovations in 2012–2013.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Egal International Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: HCMM.
Live weather
HCMMLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 12,139 ft / 3,700 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EGAL CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 8000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Somalia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xalane old School | 1,969 ft | 4,157 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Egal International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Egal International Airport?
The ICAO code for Egal International Airport is HCMH, and its IATA code is HGA.
Where is Egal International Airport located?
Egal International Airport is large airport located in Hargeisa, Somalia, at an elevation of 4,471 ft (1,363 m).
How many runways does Egal International Airport have?
Egal International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 12,139 ft / 3,700 m.
Which airlines fly to Egal International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Egal International Airport include Air Serbia, Daallo Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Flightline (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Egal International Airport?
Historical data lists 5 nonstop destinations from Egal International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Egal International Airport in?
Egal International Airport is in the Africa/Mogadishu time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Egal International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Egal International Airport is approximately 1.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Egal International Airport?
The nearest airport to Egal International Airport is Borama Airport (BXX), about 61.1 nm to the wnw, followed by Berbera Airport and Burao Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Egal International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.