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Asmara International Airport

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Approximate Flight Duration

1 hour 40 min

Approximate Travel Distance

310 Miles

Transportation to Airport from Abha City Center

Abha Intl. Airport

Located around 25 kilometers from Abha, the capital of Saudi Arabia's Asir Province, Abha Airport offers convenient transportation options, including taxis, rental cars, and hotel shuttles. Here's what you need to know:

Taxi

Taxis are readily available outside the terminal, particularly during flight times, and provide a comfortable way to reach the city center. To avoid confusion, it’s helpful to have your destination written down to show the driver. While most taxis accept payment in Saudi Riyals, some drivers may also accept US Dollars. Confirm the fare before starting your journey to ensure a smooth experience. Also, car-hailing services like Uber and Careem are available for alternative to taxis.

Public bus

Public buses are available at the airport and can be used to reach the city center, which is the cheapest way among the available options. Car Rentals

For travelers seeking independence, car rental services are available at the airport terminal. To secure your preferred vehicle, it’s advisable to book in advance and pick it up upon arrival. Using a navigation app or device can help you easily find your way to the city center or nearby attractions. Keep in mind that some car rental companies may require an international driver’s permit.

Hotel Shuttles

Hotel shuttles are an affordable and hassle-free option for transferring to your accommodation. These services are particularly useful if you’re traveling with heavy luggage. Contact your hotel beforehand to confirm if shuttle services are available, inquire about any associated fees, and make a reservation if necessary.

Transportation to Asmara City Center from Airport

Asmara International Airport

You can easily reach the center of Asmara, the capital of Eritrea, from the airport, which is two kilometers southwest of the city, by taking a taxi, or a bus as a more comfortable option. While the taxis operate at every hour of the day, the buses operate only in certain intervals. Standard services are offered to passengers at Asmara Airport from where you can find regular flights to centers like Dubai, Cairo and Taif.  

Taxi 

You can reach the city center easily independent of the day and hour you are travelling on by taking a taxi from Asmara International Airport. Asmara Airport is only two kilometers away from the city center and the journey which lasts short by taxi is not costly. It would cost around 400 Nakfa to come to the city center from the airport by taxi. You can also include a tip if you wish.

Bus

The buses at Asmara International Airport operate between 6 am and 9 pm. Departing from the terminal, the buses take their passengers to the center of Asmara in a very short time. If you are aiming to a take a bus from Asmara International Airport, it might be useful to have local currency with you. In this way, you can take a bus as soon as you exit the terminal without the need to wait and reach Asmara city center after a short and affordable ride.

Car Rental

Car rental is not a frequently used option at Asmara Airport. Despite this, you can still prefer renting a car and driving to the Asmara city center with your rental car. For this, you can look for the car rental options at the airport before coming to Asmara and book a car at affordable prices.

Hotel Shuttle  

While the hotels in Asmara city center usually do not offer a shuttle service given the proximity of the airport to the city center, you can still contact your hotel in advance to get information about the hotel shuttle options. If your hotel in Asmara city center is offering a shuttle service, you can book in advance and reach the city center after taking your shuttle from the terminal of Asmara International Airport.

Weather in Asmara

DayMin - Max
WednesdayMin 11ºC - Max 17ºC
ThursdayMin 10ºC - Max 18ºC
FridayMin 10ºC - Max 15ºC
SaturdayMin 10ºC - Max 17ºC
SundayMin 10ºC - Max 19ºC

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