Mogadishu to Hargeysa flights
Hargeysa lies 848 km (527 mi) north of Mogadishu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 50 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.
| Mogadishu | Hargeysa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Somalia | Somalia |
| Population | 2.6 million | 477,876 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 1,261 m (4,137 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Mogadishu) | UTC+3 (Africa/Mogadishu) |
| Nearest large airport | MGQ, 5 km out | HGA, 5 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
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 Mogadishu?
848 km (527 mi) in a straight line, north of Mogadishu.
How long does it take to get from Mogadishu to Hargeysa by air?
About 1 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mogadishu and Hargeysa?
No, both are on Africa/Mogadishu at the moment.
Which airports are used for Mogadishu to Hargeysa flights?
Typically Aden Adde International Airport (MGQ) to Egal International Airport (HGA).
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.