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Hawassa International Airport (HALA/AWA) — Hawassa, Ethiopia

At a glance

Operating hours
03:00–17:00 UTC
Customs
03:00–17:00 UTC
Fuel
JET-A
Tower
122.900
Runways
01/19
Elevation
5,450 ft

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Frequencies 1/4
Operations 2/2
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Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 10/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: HALA
  • Name: Hawassa International Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 7.099869
  • Longitude: 38.396187
  • Elevation: 5450 ft
  • Country: Ethiopia
  • Municipality: Hawassa
  • IATA Code: AWA
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: HAAA
  • Timezone: Africa/Addis_Ababa
  • Distance from City: 10.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 01/19

  • Designation: 01/19
  • Dimensions: 10236 X 197
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: Runway 3120m x 60m. No published instrument approaches or NAVAIDs. VFR daytime operations only. Airport not lighted.

Frequencies

  • Tower: 122.900 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 03:00 – 17:00
Tuesday 03:00 – 17:00
Wednesday 03:00 – 17:00
Thursday 03:00 – 17:00
Friday 03:00 – 17:00
Saturday 03:00 – 17:00
Sunday 03:00 – 17:00
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: 0300–1700 UTC daily (06:00–20:00 local, UTC+3). Daytime operation only. Airport not lighted.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +251 116 650 200
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +251 115 174 422
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.ethiopianairports.com
  • Remarks: Operated by Ethiopian Airports Enterprise (EAE). adm_tel is EAE HQ in Addis Ababa. ais_tel is ECAA AIS/NOF HQ — no HALA-specific AIS number publicly available. ECAA: www.ecaa.gov.et.

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: No slots or PPR required at any Ethiopian airport. ECAA landing permit required for all non-scheduled flights. Advance notification recommended for parking confirmation.

Customs

  • Open: 03:00
  • Close: 17:00
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: HALA is NOT an Airport of Entry. Customs facility present for domestic flights only. International arrivals must clear customs at HAAB (Addis Ababa). Hours match airport operating hours.

Fees

  • Landing Fee: N/A
  • Parking Fee: N/A
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: ETB
  • Remarks: Landing permit required from ECAA. Ground handling mandatory via Ethiopian Ground Services or approved local agent.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET-A
  • Price/L: 109.56
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: Jet-A generally available. Supply subject to change — confirm availability before dispatch. Fuel services operated under Ethiopian Airlines/EAE.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: No
  • APIS Required: Not recorded
  • GAR Required: Not recorded
  • Remarks: HALA is NOT a port of entry. International passengers must clear immigration at HAAB (Addis Ababa). Landing permits and overflight clearances required via ECAA at least 48 working hours prior to departure. Crew enter on GenDec for up to 72 hours without visa, provided they have passports, airline IDs, and are in uniform.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: 17:00
  • Curfew End: 03:00
  • Noise Chapter Min: 3
  • Remarks: Daytime operations only (0300–1700 UTC / 06:00–20:00 LT). No night operations — airport not lighted. ICAO Chapter 3 minimum per Ethiopian national baseline.

Alternates

HAAM

  • ICAO: HAAM
  • Name: Arba Minch Airport
  • Distance (NM): 79.7
  • Has IFR: No
  • Port of Entry: Not recorded
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

HAJM

  • ICAO: HAJM
  • Name: Jimma Airport
  • Distance (NM): 99.9
  • Has IFR: No
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: Domestic airport. No international CIQ. Birthplace of coffee (Kaffa province).

HAHM

  • ICAO: HAHM
  • Name: Harar Meda Airport
  • Distance (NM): 103.5
  • Has IFR: No
  • Port of Entry: Not recorded
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

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Ethiopia Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 5d Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 72 working hours (3 working days)
  • Landing Lead Time: 72 working hours (3 working days)
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require permits with same lead times. Purpose of flight must be clearly stated.

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Active NOTAMs

C0062/26
info
RFF UPGRADED FROM CAT 7 TO CAT 8. ALL RELATED OPERATIONAL INFORMATION AMENDED ACCORDINGLY.
2026-10-21 09:30 UTC No end time given (PERM)
Received 2026-10-21 09:30 UTC
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of HALA?
Hawassa International Airport operates from 03:00 to 17:00.
What is the tower frequency at HALA?
The tower frequency at Hawassa International Airport is 122.900 MHz.
What fuel is available at HALA?
Hawassa International Airport offers JET-A.
Does HALA require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Hawassa International Airport (Ethiopia). Permit details for Ethiopia
Is customs available at HALA?
Yes, customs at Hawassa International Airport is available from 03:00 to 17:00.
Where is HALA located?
Hawassa International Airport (HALA) is located in Hawassa, Ethiopia.
What is the IATA code for HALA?
The IATA code for Hawassa International Airport is AWA.