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Shire Inda Selassie Airport (SHC)

Shire Inda Selassie, Ethiopia · small airport · 14.076° 38.274° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeSHC
ICAO CodeHASR
Typesmall airport
NameShire Inda Selassie Airport
MunicipalityShire Inda Selassie
CountryEthiopia
ContinentAF
Latitude14.076° N
Longitude38.274° E
Elevation6207 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score150
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryEthiopia
ISO Code
RegionShire Inda Selassie
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+3
DST OffsetUTC+3
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 SHC

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (14.1°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

Shire Inda Selassie Airport (SHC/HASR) is a small domestic airport serving Shire (Inda Selassie) in Ethiopia’s Tigray region. It sits just south of the town and primarily handles Ethiopian Airlines flights linking the area with Addis Ababa. The airport is a key gateway for western Tigray, though services can be affected by regional conditions.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know to reconfirm their return flight and airport transfer a day ahead—SHC is small and schedules can shift, and local transport may be scarce outside flight times.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is close to Shire Inda Selassie, so the easiest options are a local taxi, bajaj (auto-rickshaw), or a pre-arranged hotel pickup. Agree on the fare before departing, and have small Ethiopian birr notes ready. If you are continuing to Axum, Adwa, or other nearby towns, arrange road transport in Shire town rather than relying on services at the airport.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Shire Inda Selassie Airport?
A: Ethiopian Airlines has historically operated scheduled domestic flights between Shire and Addis Ababa; confirm current schedules with the airline, as service may vary.

Q: How far is the airport from Shire town?
A: The airport is only a few kilometers from central Shire Inda Selassie, typically a short taxi or bajaj ride.

Q: What facilities are available at SHC?
A: As a small domestic airport, facilities are basic; expect a simple terminal with check-in and security, but limited dining, shopping, and Wi-Fi.

Q: Do I need to arrive early for a flight?
A: Yes—arrive at least 1–1.5 hours before departure to allow for check-in, baggage, and security, especially if you need to confirm tickets or pay for excess baggage.

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