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Soddu Airport (SXU)

Soddu, Ethiopia · small airport · 6.803° 37.686° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeSXU
ICAO CodeHASD
Typesmall airport
NameSoddu Airport
MunicipalitySoddu
CountryEthiopia
ContinentAF
Latitude6.803° N
Longitude37.686° E
Elevation6400 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryEthiopia
ISO Code
RegionSoddu
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 SXU

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (6.8°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

Soddu Airport (IATA: SXU, ICAO: HASD) is a small domestic airport serving Soddu, also known as Wolaita Sodo, in southern Ethiopia. Located at approximately 6.803°N, 37.686°E, it offers a quicker link to Addis Ababa and other Ethiopian cities than the long road journey. The airfield has a single runway and basic terminal facilities typical of Ethiopia's regional airports.

💡 Local Tip
Book morning departures when possible; afternoon flights in southern Ethiopia are more likely to face weather-related delays, and SXU's small size means fewer rebooking options.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is close to Soddu, so a short taxi or bajaj ride is usually the easiest way into town; agree on the fare before departing. Hotel pickups and private transfers are common because public transport directly at the terminal may be limited. During the rainy season, allow extra time for road conditions and possible flight delays.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Soddu Airport?
A: Soddu Airport uses IATA code SXU and ICAO code HASD.

Q: Is Soddu Airport international?
A: No, it is a small domestic airport serving regional flights within Ethiopia.

Q: Which airlines fly to Soddu Airport?
A: Ethiopian Airlines has historically served SXU, but schedules and routes can change; confirm current service with the airline or a local travel agent.

Q: How far is the airport from Soddu city center?
A: It is only a few kilometers from town, typically a short taxi or bajaj ride.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 27, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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