Berbera Airport — Berbera, Somalia
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Distance & flight time from BBO
Berbera Airport
On Somalia's Gulf of Aden coast, Berbera Airport carries the code BBO and sits within Berbera, a port city in the country's north. Elevation stays low at 30 feet, and the airfield lists one runway in aviation records. BBO covers the wider Berbera area, a region that also functions as a significant maritime port beyond its aviation role. Flight data for this airport stays thinner than what's available for larger East African hubs, reflecting Berbera's position as a regional rather than international gateway. For travelers and logistics staff working in this stretch of the Horn of Africa, BBO remains one of the few coded airfields along the coastal corridor.
Runways at Berbera Airport (BBO)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 13582 ft (4140 m) | 164 ft (50 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Berbera Airport (BBO)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | AFIS | 123.9 MHz |
Airports near Berbera Airport (BBO)
- Egal International Airport (HGA) — 134.6 km (83.6 mi)
- Djibouti-Ambouli Airport (JIB) — 233.1 km (144.8 mi)
- Gerad Wilwal International Airport (JIJ) — 250.8 km (155.8 mi)
- Aden International Airport (ADE) — 272.0 km (169.0 mi)
- Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) — 347.9 km (216.2 mi)
- Taiz International Airport (TAI) — 377.2 km (234.4 mi)
- Assab International Airport (ASA) — 389.2 km (241.8 mi)
- Kebri Dahar Airport (ABK) — 413.3 km (256.8 mi)
Shipping coordinators search BBO alongside Berbera's port schedules when tracking freight movements through the Horn of Africa. A separate group simply wants confirmation that Berbera Airport is a real, actively listed airfield along Somalia's northern coastline.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Berbera Airport?
The IATA code for Berbera Airport is BBO.
What is the ICAO code for Berbera Airport?
The ICAO code for Berbera Airport is HCMI. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.