Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR)

Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR)

Airport

Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport is a large airport in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia with scheduled passenger flights. Its longest runway is 2,679 m long (asphalt), at an elevation of 1,166 m (3,827 ft).

Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport is located in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia, serving as a key gateway for both domestic and international flights. The airport is strategically positioned to facilitate travel to and from this vibrant region of the country.

It operates under the IATA code DIR and the ICAO code HADR, making it a recognized point in the aviation maps of Ethiopia. Key airlines operating from this airport include Ethiopian Airlines, which connects passengers to various destinations across Africa and beyond.

The airport features modern facilities and has been pivotal in boosting the local economy since its establishment. With an aim to enhance connectivity, the airport has undergone several upgrades to accommodate the increasing number of travelers.

Basic Information

Full Name
Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport
IATA Code
DIR
ICAO Code
HADR
Location
Dire Dawa, Ethiopia
Continent
Africa
Time Zone
Africa/Addis_Ababa

Key facts

Scheduled passenger flights
Yes
Size
Large Airport
Elevation
1,166 m (3,827 ft)
Longest runway
2,679 m (8,791 ft), asphalt

Airport facts from OurAirports (public domain), checked Oct 16, 2026.

Lounge access

No business class ticket or lounge membership? Many lounges at Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport sell day passes, usually for a few hours with food, drinks, Wi-Fi and sometimes showers. Book ahead: walk-in prices are often higher and lounges can turn people away when full.

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