Several major airlines have started or resumed flights to Somalia, reflecting the increasing connectivity of the country with the rest of the world. These airlines often target Mogadishu’s Aden Adde International Airport, which serves as the primary gateway to the country. Here are some of the major airlines currently flying to Somalia:
African Airlines
- Kenya Airways
- Routes: Nairobi to Mogadishu
- Notes: Kenya Airways has been operating flights to Mogadishu, facilitating connections between Kenya and Somalia.
- Ethiopian Airlines
- Routes: Addis Ababa to Mogadishu
- Notes: Ethiopian Airlines, one of Africa’s largest carriers, provides crucial links between Somalia and various destinations in Africa and beyond.
- Uganda Airlines
- Routes: Entebbe to Mogadishu
- Notes: Uganda Airlines has resumed flights to Mogadishu, enhancing regional connectivity.
- EgyptAir
- Routes: Cairo to Mogadishu
- Notes: EgyptAir recently started flights to Mogadishu, expanding its network within Africa.
Middle Eastern Airlines
- Turkish Airlines
- Routes: Istanbul to Mogadishu
- Notes: Turkish Airlines was one of the first major international airlines to start flights to Mogadishu in 2012, despite the security challenges. It remains a key player in connecting Somalia to Europe, Asia, and beyond.
- Qatar Airways
- Routes: Doha to Mogadishu
- Notes: Qatar Airways provides vital connections between Somalia and the Middle East, as well as onward destinations around the world.
- FlyDubai
- Routes: Dubai to Mogadishu
- Notes: FlyDubai offers direct flights between Dubai and Mogadishu, enhancing links between Somalia and the UAE.
Other Airlines
- Air Djibouti
- Routes: Djibouti to Mogadishu
- Notes: Air Djibouti connects Somalia to Djibouti, providing an essential regional link.
Summary
The entrance of these airlines into Somalia’s aviation market signifies a growing confidence in the country’s stability and economic potential. They provide crucial connectivity for the Somali diaspora, facilitate business and investment, and enhance regional integration. Despite the challenges, the increasing number of airlines operating in Somalia is a positive sign of progress and development.
