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Borama Airport (BXX)

Borama, Somalia · small airport · 9.946° 43.150° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeBXX
ICAO Code
Typesmall airport
NameBorama Airport
MunicipalityBorama
CountrySomalia
ContinentAF
Latitude9.946° N
Longitude43.150° E
ElevationN/A
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score150
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountrySomalia
ISO Code
RegionBorama
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
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 BXX

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (9.9°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

Borama Airport (IATA: BXX) is a small airstrip serving Borama, a city in the Awdal region of Somalia. It primarily handles charter, humanitarian, and occasional private flights rather than scheduled commercial service. The airport is situated in the highlands near the Ethiopian border and has a single unpaved runway.

💡 Local Tip
Confirm your flight or charter at least a day in advance, as schedules are highly flexible and can change without notice. Also, carry cash in US dollars or Somali shillings, as card payments are not accepted.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis and private vehicles are the main way to get to and from Borama Airport; there is no public bus service. The airport is only a few kilometers from downtown, so the ride is short. Agree on the fare before departing, as meters are not used.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are there scheduled passenger flights to Borama Airport?
A: No, Borama Airport does not have regular commercial airline service. It is primarily used for charter, humanitarian, and occasional private flights.

Q: What facilities are available at Borama Airport?
A: Facilities are minimal. Expect a basic waiting area, but no shops, restaurants, ATMs, or reliable Wi-Fi. Bring any necessities you may need.

Q: How far is Borama Airport from the city center?
A: The airport is located just a few kilometers from downtown Borama, typically a short drive of 5–10 minutes depending on road conditions.

Q: Is the runway paved?
A: No, the runway is unpaved (gravel or dirt), so flights can be affected by weather and may be irregular.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 30, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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