Airport
Alula Aba Nega Airport (MQX)
Alula Aba Nega Airport is the main air gateway to Mekelle, the capital of Ethiopia's Tigray Region, and to destinations across northern Ethiopia. Compare transfer options to the city centre and onward destinations, and plan your journey with ease.
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About Alula Aba Nega Airport
Alula Aba Nega Airport is the main airport serving Mekelle, the capital of Ethiopia's Tigray Region in the country's north. The airport is named after Ras Alula, a well-known Ethiopian military leader, and primarily connects Mekelle with Addis Ababa and other domestic destinations.
Built in the late 1990s to replace an older airfield closer to the city, the airport sits about 10 km (6 miles) southeast of central Mekelle at an elevation of roughly 2,257 metres. It operates a single passenger terminal and one asphalt runway, handling domestic arrivals and departures alongside limited international services.
Onward travel to Mekelle is straightforward by road, with taxis, private transfers and rental cars available from the terminal, and the short distance keeps transfer times to the city centre relatively brief.
The compact terminal offers essential passenger facilities such as check-in counters, waiting areas and basic catering and retail services, making the airport a practical gateway for travellers visiting Mekelle and the wider Tigray Region.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Alula Aba Nega Airport operates passenger flights through a single terminal building, commonly listed as Terminal 1. The terminal handles domestic arrivals and departures, with flights primarily connecting Mekelle to Addis Ababa and other Ethiopian destinations.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Alula Aba Nega Airport
Transfers
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Hourly Chauffeur
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Car Rental
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Bus & Group Transfers
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