Cheap flights to Mogadishu
5 cities have regular scheduled flights to Mogadishu (MGQ). 4 airlines fly to the city, from major international carriers to budget low-cost options. Most flights depart from Addis Ababa, Istanbul, Nairobi, Hargeisa, Entebbe. Compare fares, choose the best option and book your tickets online at the best price. Enter your departure city above to find flights and check prices.
Popular departure cities to Mogadishu
Flight insights to Mogadishu
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Mogadishu — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Mogadishu come from Addis Ababa, Istanbul and Nairobi. Addis Ababa leads with around 8 flights a week.
- Addis Ababa8 flights/week
- Istanbul4 flights/week
- Nairobi1 flights/week
- Hargeisa1 flights/week
- Entebbe1 flights/week
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Mogadishu depart from Ethiopia, Turkey and Kenya. Ethiopia alone accounts for about 53% of all direct routes.
- Ethiopiaavg $445
- Turkey27%
- Kenya7%
- Somalia7%
- Uganda7%
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Mogadishu is from Istanbul at about 6h 25m, followed by Entebbe (2h 21m) and Addis Ababa (1h 52m).
- Istanbul6h 25m
- Entebbe2h 21m
- Addis Ababa1h 52m
- Nairobi1h 48m
- Hargeisa1h 35m
Frequently asked questions
- Which cities have flights to Mogadishu?
- There are 5+ cities with regular flights to Mogadishu, from major international hubs to nearby regional airports. Pick your departure city to compare fares and book.
- Where do most flights to Mogadishu depart from?
- Most travelers fly to Mogadishu from Addis Ababa, Istanbul, Nairobi, Hargeisa, Entebbe. These routes have the highest flight frequency and passenger traffic, so fares are usually competitive.
- How many airlines fly to Mogadishu?
- 4 airlines operate flights to Mogadishu, ranging from major international carriers to budget low-cost airlines. Competition helps keep fares affordable.
- When is the best time to book flights to Mogadishu?
- For short-haul routes, booking 4–8 weeks ahead usually gives the best prices. For long-haul flights, aim for 2–3 months ahead. Prices also drop in off-peak seasons and for midweek departures.
- How to find cheap flights to Mogadishu?
- Compare offers from multiple airlines, use flexible dates and set up price alerts. Our platform lets you track price trends and choose the best time to buy your tickets.