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Gordil Airport (GDI)

Melle, Central African Republic · small airport · 9.581° 21.728° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeGDI
ICAO CodeFEGL
Typesmall airport
NameGordil Airport
MunicipalityMelle
CountryCentral African Republic
ContinentAF
Latitude9.581° N
Longitude21.728° E
Elevation1427 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryCentral African Republic
ISO Code
RegionMelle
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Bangui
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+1
DST Offset
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🌬 Best Time to Fly

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

✈ Airlines Serving GDI

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (9.6°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

Gordil Airport (GDI/FEGL) is a small rural airstrip in the northern Central African Republic, serving the Gordil area near Melle. It mainly supports light aircraft, charter, and humanitarian flights, providing a vital link where road access is limited or seasonal. Facilities are basic, so travelers should plan for minimal services and confirm conditions locally.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors bring cash in CFA francs, a charged phone with a local SIM, and a buffer day for weather or airstrip delays—services around Gordil and Melle are extremely limited and conditions can change quickly.
🚖 Getting There

There is no public transit at Gordil Airport; arrange a private vehicle, motorbike, or pickup through your hotel, NGO, or local contact before arrival. Roads around Melle and Gordil can be rough and may become impassable in the rainy season, so allow extra time and confirm your driver's plan. If you are connecting onward, carry your own communication means and do not assume taxis will be waiting.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport codes for Gordil Airport?
A: Gordil Airport uses IATA code GDI and ICAO code FEGL.

Q: Are there scheduled passenger flights to Gordil Airport?
A: Regular commercial schedules are generally not available; service is usually limited to charter, private, and humanitarian flights. Check with local operators or aid organizations for current options.

Q: What facilities are available at Gordil Airport?
A: Expect only basic or no terminal amenities. There may be no reliable food, water, Wi-Fi, or ground transport at the airfield, so bring essentials and arrange support in advance.

Q: Is the runway paved?
A: It is a small rural airstrip, and runway surface and condition can vary. Confirm current status with your operator or pilot before travel, especially in the rainy season.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 26, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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