Travelling from Dubai to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ): what you need to know
Dubai has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
The average length of a direct flight from Dubai to Mogadishu International Airport is 4 hours 21 minutes.
Mogadishu International Airport is located in Mogadishu. The city operates in the UTC+3 timezone and is 1 hour behind Dubai.
To ensure you catch your flight from Dubai to MGQ, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Go straight to your destination from Dubai Airport (DXB). Nonstop flights from Dubai to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) are available from here.
Book your direct flight from Dubai to Mogadishu International Airport with flydubai. This top carrier offers services from DXB.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from Dubai to MGQ with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers between DXB and MGQ include:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The distance from central Dubai to DXB is roughly 14 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Want a convenient hotel close to Dubai Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Dubai to Mogadishu International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Want more options for a direct flight from Dubai to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)? Check out the fares jetting out of Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
With public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in about 2 hours and 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Dubai to MGQ, unwind in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
About Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
Get off your flight from Dubai to Mogadishu International Airport and hop into your hotel bed soon after. If you need a comfortable option that's not too far from MGQ, stay at Lovely 3-Bed Apartment in Mogadishu.
Getting from Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) to central Mogadishu
Mogadishu International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Mogadishu. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 17 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Mogadishu International Airport is 318 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 623 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Dubai to MGQ.
The cheapest month for tickets from Dubai to Mogadishu International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
February is the quietest time to travel to Mogadishu. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Dubai to Mogadishu International Airport.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Mogadishu. April is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Dubai to MGQ during then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 31ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Dubai to Mogadishu International Airport in August when temperatures average between 24ºC and 28ºC.
More about Mogadishu
You have your flight from Dubai to Mogadishu International Airport organised, so all you need to do is find a hotel in Mogadishu. Put your suitcase down at Lovely 3-Bed Apartment in Mogadishu and make the most of its amenities and services.
One of the best ways to get to know Mogadishu is to check out its popular attractions. Some highlights include Liido Beach Somalia, Mogadishu Cathedral and The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier -Mogadishu.
Complete your Mogadishu trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Dubai to Mogadishu International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Browse our car rentals in Mogadishu and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.