Asmara Intl (HHAS/ASM) — Asmara, Eritrea
Asmara Intl (HHAS/ASM) serves Asmara, Eritrea. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (07/25, 12/30). Field elevation is 7661 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: HHAS
- Name: Asmara Intl
- Type: medium_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: 15.2919
- Longitude: 38.910702
- Elevation: 7661 ft
- Country: Eritrea
- Municipality: Asmara
- IATA Code: ASM
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: HHAA
- Timezone: Africa/Asmara
- Distance from City: 5.7 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 07/25
- Designation: 07/25
- Dimensions: 9842 X 148
- Surface: Asphalt
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: HIRL, ALSF-1, SFL, VASI, PAPI, REIL
- NAVAIDs: ILS RWY 07, VOR-DME ASM 113.70, NDB AS 305
- Approach Types: ILS, VOR/DME
- Remarks: Main runway. Threshold elev: RWY 07 7661ft, RWY 25 7612ft. High elevation airport (7661ft AMSL) — reduced performance for heavy aircraft.
Runway 12/30
- Designation: 12/30
- Dimensions: 5951 X 148
- Surface: Asphalt
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: N/A
- NAVAIDs: NDB AS 305
- Approach Types: N/A
- Remarks: Secondary runway. No lighting — daylight operations only. No instrument approaches published.
Frequencies
- Tower: 118.100 MHz
- Ground: N/A
- Operations: 120.700 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: 121.900 MHz
- ATIS: N/A
Operation Hours
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Mon-Fri 04:00-15:00 UTC (07:00-18:00 local). Split schedule: 04:00-09:00Z and 11:00-15:00Z (AcuKwik). Closed weekends except urgent requests.
Contacts
- AIS Tel: +291 1181822
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: +291 1182899
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: N/A
- Remarks: Fax: +291 1181825. AFTN: HHASAYYX. PO Box 252, Asmara. Joint civil/military airport (Eritrean Air Force base). ECAA: Ministry of Transport and Communications, Eghrimelel Avenue No. 759, P.O. Box 252, Asmara. ECAA phone: +291 1181424. ECAA fax: +291 1181520. ECAA AFTN: HHAAYAYX.
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: Yes
- PPR Required: Yes
- PPR Contact: +291 1181822
- Remarks: All flights require PPR and airport parking slot. Landing permit required — apply through Eritrea CAA, PO Box 252, Asmara. Permit format: ERCAA/XXXX/YYYY.
Customs
- Open: 04:00
- Close: 15:00
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Mon-Fri 04:00-15:00 UTC (07:00-18:00 local). Weekend closed except urgent requests. Airport is an Airport of Entry.
Fees
- Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; ECAA regulated approx ERN 500/ton
- Parking Fee: ERN 250/ton per 24h
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: ERN
- Remarks: Air nav charges (USD) by MTOW: ≤10,000 lbs=$100, 10,001-50,000 lbs=$125, 50,001-120,000 lbs=$175, 120,001-300,000 lbs=$200, >300,000 lbs=$225. Overflight permit: $40 USD (valid 72h). Landing fee ~ERN 500/ton, parking ~ERN 250/ton/24h (ECAA regulated). ARFF Cat 8.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: JET A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-04
- Remarks: Jet fuel only — no avgas. Very limited stocks, must pre-arrange and confirm availability well in advance. Check fuel stocks before planning.
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: GENDEC required for all international flights. Visa required for all nationalities — must apply at Eritrean embassy in advance. Landing permit mandatory for all flight types. Min 48h lead time.
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: 00:00
- Curfew End: 00:00
- Noise Chapter Min: N/A
- Remarks: High elevation airport (7661ft) — performance limitations for heavy aircraft. Terminal capacity constraints. De facto no ops outside 04:00-15:00Z. RWY 12/30 daylight only (no lighting).
Alternates
HHMS
- ICAO: HHMS
- Name: Massawa International Airport
- Distance (NM): 34.9
- Has IFR: No
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: International airport of entry. Landing permit required — apply min 48 working hours before departure via Eritrea Air Transport Dept. Docs required: AOC, Airworthiness Cert, Registration, Noise Cert, Insurance, Radio License, Receiving Party details
HHSB
- ICAO: HHSB
- Name: Assab Intl
- Distance (NM): 254.6
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Visa required in advance for most nationalities. No visa on arrival except for select nationalities with sponsor request 48h prior. Landing/overflight permits required from Eritrea CAA at least 48h in advance. Permit valid 72 hours.
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Eritrea Permit Requirements
- Overflight Permit: Yes
- Landing Permit: Yes
- Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure
- Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure
Private flights require overflight and landing permits. Enhanced scrutiny may apply.
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What are the operating hours of HHAS?
- Asmara Intl operates from 04:00 to 15:00.
- What is the tower frequency at HHAS?
- The tower frequency at Asmara Intl is 118.1 MHz.
- What fuel is available at HHAS?
- Asmara Intl offers JET A-1.
- Does HHAS require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for Asmara Intl (Eritrea).
- Is customs available at HHAS?
- Yes, customs at Asmara Intl is available from 04:00 to 15:00.
- Does HHAS require slots or PPR?
- Slots are required and PPR is required at Asmara Intl.
- Where is HHAS located?
- Asmara Intl (HHAS) is located in Asmara, Eritrea.
- What is the IATA code for HHAS?
- The IATA code for Asmara Intl is ASM.
- How long is the runway at HHAS?
- The main runway at Asmara Intl (07/25) measures 9842 X 148.
- Does HHAS have an ILS approach?
- Yes, Asmara Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 07/25.
- Is HHAS a port of entry?
- Yes, Asmara Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.