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Transport in Djibouti is facilitated through a relatively young system of roads, railways and ports.

Air transport[edit]

An Air Djibouti aircraft at the Djibouti–Ambouli International Airport (2016).

Airlines[edit]

The national flag carrier is Air Djibouti. In total, there are other airlines, all operating out of Djibouti–Ambouli International Airport:[1]

Airports[edit]

The aviation industry is regulated by the Civil Aviation Authority of Djibouti, a statutory board of the Djibouti government under the Ministry of Infrastructure & Transport.

Airport and airbase technical data
Airport ICAO IATA Usage Runway Length
(ft)
Length
(m)
Remarks
Djibouti–Ambouli International Airport HDAM JIB Civilian/Military Paved 10335 3150
Chabelley Airport HDCH none Military Paved 8530 2600

Maritime transport[edit]

An Ethiopian cargo ship docked at the Port of Djibouti.

Ports and harbours[edit]

The Port of Djibouti,[2] run by the Djibouti Ports & Free Zones Authority and Port of Doraleh,[3] is a key transhipment hub for the East African region.

References[edit]

Bibliography[edit]

  • Michelon 745 Africa North East, Arabia 2007
  • GeoCenter Africa North East 1999
  • Maplanida.com

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