IATA Code
LAQ
ICAO Code
HLLQ
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Regional airport serving Bayda / Al Abraq in eastern Libya, with a single passenger terminal. Scheduled services have been limited at times; operations can vary with regional conditions. Layout: one terminal building with landside check-in and a small apron for medium and regional aircraft.

Al Abraq International Airport
Elevation: 657 m
32.7890, 21.9549

Getting to and From Al Abraq International Airport #

Ground transport options are basic and often limited to taxis and pre-arranged transfers; travel time to Bayda city centre is typically 20-40 minutes by road.

  • Taxis / private transfer: The most common way to reach Bayda and surrounding cities; pre-arranged transfers are recommended.
  • Car hire: Available in larger Libyan cities; availability at the airport can be limited.
  • Public transport: Regular public transport services at smaller regional airports are limited; confirm options locally.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Al Abraq International Airport #

Basic regional airport facilities.

  • Lounges: No major international lounges; facilities are functional and geared toward regional traffic.
  • Food & drink: Minimal café or kiosk options; expect limited opening hours.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Limited or no public Wi‑Fi; charging points may be scarce.
  • Accessibility & services: Basic passenger services and accessibility provisions typical of regional airports.

Note: services can vary significantly depending on operational and security conditions.

Tips for Al Abraq International Airport #

  • Check current travel advisories and airline schedules - services to Al Abraq can be limited and change without long notice.
  • Arrange ground transport in advance; local taxi options at smaller Libyan airports may be limited.
  • Have all travel documents and permits readily available for inspection on arrival and departure.

Weather & Climate near Al Abraq International Airport #

Climate

Al Abraq International Airport's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 29°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 43 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
7°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 5° - 13° 7° 110 mm partly cloudy 72% 5.0 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.1h
February Good 5° - 14° 7° 79 mm partly cloudy 71% 5.8 m/s 0.8 moderate 10.9h
March Very Good 7° - 16° 12° 48 mm some cloud 71% 5.1 m/s 1.3 high 11.9h
April Excellent 9° - 20° 15° 23 mm mostly sunny 70% 5.1 m/s 1.8 very high 12.9h
May Ideal 12° - 24° 18° 7 mm mostly sunny 70% 4.1 m/s 2.1 extreme 13.7h
June Ideal 16° - 28° 22° 1 mm clear 72% 4.6 m/s 2.6 extreme 14.1h
July Ideal 17° - 29° 23° 0 mm clear 75% 4.1 m/s 2.7 extreme 13.9h
August Ideal 18° - 29° 23° 1 mm clear 74% 4.5 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.2h
September Ideal 16° - 27° 21° 7 mm clear 71% 3.7 m/s 1.8 very high 12.2h
October Ideal 13° - 24° 19° 42 mm mostly sunny 70% 3.7 m/s 1.2 high 11.2h
November Very Good 10° - 19° 15° 55 mm some cloud 68% 4.5 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.4h
December Very Good 7° - 15° 11° 90 mm partly cloudy 71% 5.3 m/s 0.5 low 9.9h

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