Massawa International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 12h 58m 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 Massawa International Airport
Massawa International Airport is an airport in Massawa, a city in the Northern Red Sea region of Eritrea. It is considered to be the successor of the Otumlo Airport, also in Massawa, which was destroyed in 1941.
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Live weather
HHMSLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 11,483 ft / 3,500 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 123.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Massawa International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Massawa International Airport?
The ICAO code for Massawa International Airport is HHMS, and its IATA code is MSW.
Where is Massawa International Airport located?
Massawa International Airport is medium airport located in Massawa, Eritrea, at an elevation of 194 ft (59 m).
How many runways does Massawa International Airport have?
Massawa International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 11,483 ft / 3,500 m.
Which airlines fly to Massawa International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Massawa International Airport include Nasair (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Massawa International Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Massawa International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Massawa International Airport in?
Massawa International Airport is in the Africa/Asmara time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Massawa International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Massawa International Airport is approximately 2.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Massawa International Airport?
The nearest airport to Massawa International Airport is Asmara International Airport (ASM), about 35 nm to the sw, followed by Dahlak West Airfield and Dahlak Central Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Massawa International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.