Massawa International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
MSW
ICAO Code
HHMS
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Massawa International Airport serves the port city of Massawa in Eritrea. It is a regional airport with limited scheduled services and is used for domestic and occasional international flights.

The facility is small and straightforward, with a single passenger terminal handling both arrivals and departures; infrastructure and passenger amenities are modest compared with larger regional hubs.

Massawa International Airport
Elevation: 59 m
15.6700, 39.3701

Terminal Guide for Massawa International Airport #

The airport has one main passenger terminal where check‑in, immigration (when applicable) and baggage claim occur. The layout is compact with short walks between processing areas and the apron; there are no internal transfer systems or multiple concourses.

Getting to and From Massawa International Airport #

Ground transport from the airport into Massawa is by road; taxis and pre‑booked transfers are the standard options.

  • Taxis / transfers: Taxis meet flights and can take you to the city or nearby hotels; arrange fares in advance where possible.
  • Car hire: Rental car options are limited and should be arranged ahead of time.
  • Public transport: Public transport options are minimal for direct airport transfers; hotel shuttles are more reliable.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Massawa International Airport #

Passenger facilities are basic: a small selection of refreshments landside, seating and fundamental passenger services. Wi‑Fi and extensive retail are unlikely. There are generally no business lounges or extensive duty‑free areas. If you require special assistance, contact your airline before travel to confirm available services.

Tips for Massawa International Airport #

  • Expect very limited passenger services - bring essentials and local currency.
  • Arrange onward transport before arrival; taxis and hotel pickups are the usual options.
  • Flight frequencies can be irregular; reconfirm schedules before travel.

Weather & Climate near Massawa International Airport #

Climate

Massawa International Airport's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in June) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 14°C to 32°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 95 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AprilMayOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).

88 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 26°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.

92 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 31°
47%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

June

June is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 2 mm.

94 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
19° 32°
40%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
18° 31°
47%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
18° 30°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
18° 31°
48%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 26°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 46 mm of rain and mostly sunny skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
11.1h daylight

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