Dhamār to Mogadishu flights
Mogadishu lies 1,394 km (866 mi) south of Dhamār, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 32 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Dhamār | Mogadishu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Yemen | Somalia |
| Population | 160,114 | 2.6 million |
| Elevation | 2,421 m (7,943 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Aden) | UTC+3 (Africa/Mogadishu) |
| Nearest large airport | TAI, 99 km out | MGQ, 5 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Mogadishu
Crossing from Yemen into Somalia: money changes from the Rial to the Shilling (SOS); sockets are Euro; the dialling code becomes +252; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q60061960.
Airports at each end
Leaving Dhamār
Dhamār is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Taiz International Airport (TAI), 99 km (62 mi) from the centre, whose 10,040-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Mogadishu
Mogadishu is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Aden Adde International Airport (MGQ), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, whose 10,446-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aden Adde International Airport | MGQ | 5 km (3 mi) | 10,446 ft | 29 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Mogadishu from Dhamār?
1,394 km (866 mi) in a straight line, south of Dhamār.
How long does it take to get from Dhamār to Mogadishu by air?
About 2 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dhamār and Mogadishu?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Dhamār to Mogadishu flights?
Typically Taiz International Airport (TAI) to Aden Adde International Airport (MGQ).
What currency do I need in Mogadishu?
The Shilling (SOS).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.