Dongola Airport — Dongola, Sudan
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Dongola Airport (Dongola) is DOG — its ICAO code is HSDN.
Distance & flight time from DOG
Dongola Airport
DOG is the code for Dongola Airport, located in northern Sudan along the Nile River in the Nubian region. Dongola serves as a provincial capital and gateway to significant archaeological sites tied to the ancient Kingdom of Kush and Nubian civilization. The airport itself is a modest facility handling limited domestic flights, primarily connecting Dongola to Khartoum, and has historically seen irregular scheduling influenced by Sudan's broader political and economic conditions. Given the remoteness of the region and the sparse population of northern Sudan, DOG functions less as a high-traffic hub and more as an essential lifeline for administrative travel, aid organizations, and researchers interested in the area's Nubian pyramids and archaeological heritage.
Runways at Dongola Airport (DOG)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 9843 ft (3000 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Dongola Airport (DOG)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR/APP | Dongola Tower | 118.2 MHz |
Airports near Dongola Airport (DOG)
- Merowe Airport (MWE) — 168.4 km (104.6 mi)
- Abu Simbel Airport (ABS) — 378.8 km (235.4 mi)
- Khartoum International Airport (KRT) — 455.9 km (283.3 mi)
- Aswan International Airport (ASW) — 588.9 km (365.9 mi)
- El-Obeid Airport (EBD) — 667.6 km (414.8 mi)
- Port Sudan New International Airport (PZU) — 714.7 km (444.1 mi)
- Berenice International Airport / Banas Cape Air Base (EES) — 747.2 km (464.3 mi)
- Kassala Airport (KSL) — 753.3 km (468.1 mi)
DOG as an airport code often surprises searchers due to its coincidental resemblance to the word dog; it has no connection to any pet-related service and refers solely to Dongola, Sudan.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Dongola Airport?
The IATA code for Dongola Airport is DOG.
What is the ICAO code for Dongola Airport?
The ICAO code for Dongola Airport is HSDN. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.