Somalia Getting There

Getting There by Air

The void left by the collapse of Somali Airlines has largely been filled by Jubba Airlines (JUB) (www.jubba-airways.com) and Daallo Airways (DAO), which run regular services to major hubs such as Dubai, Paris and London.

Approximate Flight Times

From London to Mogadishu is 12 hours 30 minutes.

Main Airports

Mogadishu (MGQ) is 6km (4 miles) west of the city. To/from the airport: There is a taxi service to the city centre.
Departure Tax
US$20. Transit passengers and children under two years are exempt.

Getting There by Water

Main ports: Berbera, Kismayu, Marka and Mogadishu.

Getting There by Road

There are routes to Somalia from Djibouti and Kenya. There is no border crossing with Ethiopia at present. Roads are underdeveloped, and travel requires suitable 4-wheel drive desert vehicles.
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