Omdurman to Hargeysa flights
Hargeysa lies 1,427 km (887 mi) south-east of Omdurman, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 35 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.
| Omdurman | Hargeysa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sudan | Somalia |
| Population | 1.8 million | 477,876 |
| Elevation | 391 m (1,283 ft) | 1,261 m (4,137 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Khartoum) | UTC+3 (Africa/Mogadishu) |
| Nearest large airport | KRT, 10 km out | HGA, 5 km out |
Clocks in Hargeysa are 1 h ahead of Omdurman right now, so a 2 h 35 min journey lands 3 h 35 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Hargeysa
Crossing from Sudan into Somalia: money changes from the Pound 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 Omdurman
Omdurman is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Khartoum International Airport (KRT), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,751 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Hargeysa
Hargeysa is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Egal International Airport (HGA), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, whose 12,139-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egal International Airport | HGA | 5 km (3 mi) | 12,139 ft | 4,471 ft |
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Staying in Hargeysa
Our booking partner lists 2 places to stay in Hargeysa. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (1). Guests have left 75 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Hargeysa from Omdurman?
1,427 km (887 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Omdurman.
How long does it take to get from Omdurman to Hargeysa by air?
About 2 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Omdurman and Hargeysa?
Hargeysa is 1 h ahead at the moment (Africa/Mogadishu against Africa/Khartoum).
Which airports are used for Omdurman to Hargeysa flights?
Typically Khartoum International Airport (KRT) to Egal International Airport (HGA).
What currency do I need in Hargeysa?
The Shilling (SOS).
Where can I stay in Hargeysa?
Our booking partner lists 2 places to stay in Hargeysa, bookable on this site.
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.