Soummam–Abane Ramdane Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
BJA
ICAO Code
DAAE
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Soummam-Abane Ramdane Airport (serving Béjaïa, Algeria) is a regional airport with a single passenger terminal handling domestic flights and some international or seasonal services. The layout is compact: arrivals and departures occur in the same main building and walking distances within the terminal are short. Ground handling and passenger facilities are typical for a provincial airport.

Soummam–Abane Ramdane Airport
Elevation: 6 m
36.7125, 5.0699

Getting to and From Soummam-Abane Ramdane Airport #

Travel between the airport and Béjaïa city centre generally takes 30-60 minutes depending on traffic and exact destination.

  • Taxi / ride-share: Taxis and shared taxis/minibuses (grand taxis) provide the most common public transport links.
  • Bus / shuttle: Public bus services are limited; many travellers pre-book transfers or use taxis.
  • Driving: Roads link the airport to the coastal cities; expect variable journey times in busy periods.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Soummam-Abane Ramdane Airport #

Facilities are basic: cafés or snack kiosks, car hire desks and basic passenger amenities.

  • Lounges: No large commercial lounges; seating is public.
  • Food & drink: Limited options - plan meals accordingly.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Wi‑Fi provisioning is limited; charging points may be scarce.
  • Accessibility: Basic accessibility features are present; arrange extra assistance in advance with your carrier.

Tips for Soummam–Abane Ramdane Airport #

  • Taxis and shared minibuses are the normal way to reach Béjaïa city centre - confirm the fare before boarding.
  • Some international or seasonal routes operate only at certain times of year; check schedules in advance rather than relying on daily service.

Weather & Climate near Soummam–Abane Ramdane Airport #

Climate

Soummam–Abane Ramdane Airport's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (753 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 52 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
13.0h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).

88 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 23°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
14.0h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 26°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
14.5h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and mostly sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° 29°
53%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
14.2h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 30°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).

88 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 28°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).

82 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.1h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 20°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (122 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

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