Airport
Adareil Airport (AEE)
Adareil Airport is a small regional airport serving the Adareil area in Upper Nile State, South Sudan. It acts as a gateway for travellers continuing by road toward nearby settlements and onward destinations such as Malakal.
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About Adareil Airport
Adareil Airport (AEE) is a small regional airport serving the Adareil area in Upper Nile State, South Sudan. It sits at an elevation of about 397 metres (1,301 feet) and operates with a single runway, supporting regional and general aviation traffic for the surrounding communities.
The airport is located near Adar in the north-eastern part of South Sudan, approximately 153 km from Malakal, the main urban centre of Upper Nile State, and roughly 600 km north of the capital, Juba. It mainly handles domestic and regional connections rather than large international operations.
Ground access is by road, with routes linking the airport area to nearby settlements and onward travel across Upper Nile State. Because the region's road network can be affected by weather and seasonal conditions, journey times can vary.
Passenger infrastructure is limited. Travellers using Adareil Airport should confirm flight details and transfer arrangements in advance, and plan for a more basic airport experience than at larger hubs.
Terminal Overview
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Adareil Airport is a small airport with a single passenger terminal area serving general aviation and regional flights. It is used mainly for domestic and regional operations within South Sudan.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Adareil Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Adareil Airport to Adar, Malakal and other destinations across Upper Nile State, with travel arranged in advance for the airport's remote location.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a chauffeur by the hour for flexible road travel from Adareil Airport to meetings, site visits or onward journeys in the Upper Nile region.
Car Rental
Rent a vehicle from Adareil Airport for independent travel to nearby settlements and onward routes across Upper Nile State.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organise minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Adareil Airport, nearby communities and destinations such as Malakal.
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