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Dedougou Airport (DGU)

Dedougou, Burkina Faso · small airport · 12.459° -3.490° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeDGU
ICAO CodeDFOD
Typesmall airport
NameDedougou Airport
MunicipalityDedougou
CountryBurkina Faso
ContinentAF
Latitude12.459° N
Longitude-3.490° W
Elevation984 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryBurkina Faso
ISO Code
RegionDedougou
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Ouagadougou
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+0
DST OffsetUTC+0
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving DGU

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (12.5°N)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Dedougou Airport (DGU/DFOD) is a small regional airfield serving Dedougou, the capital of Burkina Faso's Boucle du Mouhoun region. Located just outside the city at approximately 12.459°N, 3.490°W, it primarily supports light aircraft, charter operations, and occasional domestic flights rather than large commercial service. Its compact, basic facilities make it a useful but low-traffic gateway to western Burkina Faso.

💡 Local Tip
There are very limited terminal services, so use restrooms, buy water, and handle any cash needs in Dedougou before heading to the airport.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is close to Dedougou, so a taxi or private car is the most practical way to reach town. Agree on the fare before departure, since metered taxis are uncommon. If you are arriving on a charter, confirm your pickup with the operator or hotel in advance because on-demand transport at the terminal may be limited.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport codes for Dedougou Airport?
A: Dedougou Airport is identified by IATA code DGU and ICAO code DFOD.

Q: What kind of flights use Dedougou Airport?
A: The airport is small and generally handles light aircraft, charter flights, and occasional domestic services; scheduled commercial airline service is limited or irregular.

Q: How far is Dedougou Airport from the city center?
A: It lies just outside Dedougou, usually a short drive of a few minutes by taxi or private vehicle, depending on local road conditions.

Q: Are there regular public transport options at the airport?
A: No major public transit terminal is available; travelers typically arrange taxis, hotel shuttles, or private pickups in advance.
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