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Kédougou Airport (KGG)

Kédougou, Senegal · medium airport · 12.572° -12.220° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeKGG
ICAO CodeGOTK
Typemedium airport
NameKédougou Airport
MunicipalityKédougou
CountrySenegal
ContinentAF
Latitude12.572° N
Longitude-12.220° W
Elevation584 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score250
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountrySenegal
ISO Code
RegionKédougou
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Dakar
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 KGG

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (12.6°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

Kédougou Airport (KGG/GOTK) is a small regional airport serving Kédougou, a remote town in southeastern Senegal near the borders with Mali and Guinea. It provides basic access to the Bassari Country and surrounding gold-mining and national park areas, with limited scheduled and charter service. The airport has a simple terminal and is located a short drive from the town center.

💡 Local Tip
Bring small CFA franc notes for taxi fares and any informal airport fees, and confirm your return flight by phone the day before—Kédougou’s schedules can shift with little notice.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis are the most reliable way to reach Kédougou town; agree on the fare before leaving the airport. Shared taxis (sept-place) and bush taxis run from town, but they may not be waiting at the airport, so pre-arrange a pickup if possible. During the rainy season (June–October), allow extra time because unpaved roads and laterite tracks can be slippery or flooded.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines serve Kédougou Airport?
A: Scheduled service is limited and changes seasonally; check Air Senegal or local charter operators for current flights.

Q: How far is the airport from Kédougou town?
A: It is a short drive from the center, usually about 10–15 minutes by taxi depending on traffic and road conditions.

Q: Are there taxis or car rentals at the airport?
A: Taxis may meet arriving flights, but there is no major car-rental desk; arrange transfers or a vehicle in advance.

Q: What facilities are available at KGG?
A: Expect basic terminal facilities only—no extensive shops, lounges, or guaranteed food service.
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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

IATANameCity / CountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Link
NIK Niokolo-Koba Airport Niokolo-Koba National Park, Senegal 76.6 km 47.6 mi View →
KNZ Kenieba Airport Kenieba, Mali 109.0 km 67.7 mi View →
SBI Sambailo Airport Koundara, Guinea 124.0 km 77.1 mi View →
SMY Simenti Airport Simenti, Senegal 128.0 km 79.5 mi View →
LEK Tata Airport Labé, Guinea 137.5 km 85.4 mi View →

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