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Marsa al Brega Airport (LMQ)

Marsa al Brega, Libya · medium airport · 30.378° 19.576° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeLMQ
ICAO CodeHLMB
Typemedium airport
NameMarsa al Brega Airport
MunicipalityMarsa al Brega
CountryLibya
ContinentAF
Latitude30.378° N
Longitude19.576° E
Elevation50 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score250
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryLibya
ISO Code
RegionMarsa al Brega
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Tripoli
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+2
DST Offset
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 LMQ

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

🌡 Climate — Temperate (30.4°N)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Marsa al Brega Airport (LMQ/HLMB) is a small regional airport serving the coastal oil town of Marsa al Brega on Libya's Gulf of Sidra. It mainly supports domestic, general aviation, and oil-sector traffic rather than large international schedules. Its location near major energy infrastructure makes it a practical but low-key gateway to the area.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors bring enough cash in Libyan dinars for taxis and basic purchases, since card payment and ATMs are unreliable, and they reconfirm return flights or transfers the day before because schedules can change at short notice.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is close to Marsa al Brega, so a short taxi or pre-arranged transfer is normally the quickest way into town. Public buses are not reliable for airport transfers, and late arrivals may find few options, so book a pickup in advance. If you are traveling to the port or oil facilities, confirm permits and driver access before you arrive.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Marsa al Brega Airport?
A: The IATA code is LMQ and the ICAO code is HLMB.

Q: Where is Marsa al Brega Airport located?
A: It is just outside Marsa al Brega, a coastal town in Libya's Gulf of Sidra region, near the Mediterranean Sea.

Q: Does Marsa al Brega Airport have international flights?
A: It is not a major international hub; service is limited and often irregular, so check current schedules with local operators or your carrier.

Q: How do I get from the airport to Marsa al Brega?
A: Taxis and pre-arranged private transfers are the usual options; public transport is limited, so arrange a ride in advance.
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