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Hodeida International Airport

Hodeida, Yemen
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Yemen's key Red Sea coast gateway serving Hodeida.

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Hodeida, Yemen
Hodeida International Airport is a regional airport located in Hodeida (also spelled Hudaydah), Yemen's fourth-largest city and a major port on the Red Sea coast. The airport serves as an important transport link for the western coastal region of Yemen. Due to the ongoing Yemeni Civil War that began in 2015, the airport has experienced severe disruptions to operations. Coalition airstrikes and conflict-related damage have significantly curtailed or halted civilian air services at various points during the conflict. Hodeida's strategic importance as a port city, through which a large share of Yemen's humanitarian aid and commercial imports pass, has kept the region at the center of international attention. The airport's status and operational capacity have fluctuated considerably depending on the security situation on the ground.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to Hodeida city center is primarily by road via private taxi or informal vehicles, as no formal public transit system serves the airport.
Airlines here
Regular commercial airline services have been largely suspended due to the ongoing civil war, with Yemenia historically serving the airport prior to the conflict.
Notable facts
  • ›ICAO code is OYHD; the airport currently has no active IATA code.
  • ›The airport is located near the strategically vital port of Hodeida on the Red Sea.
  • ›Conflict damage from Yemen's civil war has severely disrupted or halted civilian operations.
  • ›Hodeida port handles a significant portion of Yemen's food and humanitarian imports.
  • ›The airport has been the subject of international negotiations as part of broader Yemen peace discussions.
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City & Place Guide

Ancient Red Sea port city shaped by trade and resilience.

Hodeida, also spelled Al Hudaydah, is Yemen's fourth-largest city and its most important Red Sea port. Situated on the western coast, it has historically served as the primary gateway for goods entering Yemen, giving it a cosmopolitan character shaped by African, Indian, and Arab influences.

The city is known for its distinctive Ottoman-era architecture, colorful coral-stone buildings, and a lively waterfront. However, travelers should be aware that Hodeida has faced severe conflict and humanitarian crisis since 2015, and conditions on the ground remain extremely dangerous. Any visit requires thorough up-to-date security assessment and should only be undertaken with expert local guidance.

  • •Hodeida Corniche — scenic Red Sea waterfront promenade with fishing boats and sea views.
  • •Old City Market (Al-Suq) — labyrinthine traditional bazaar selling spices, textiles, and silver.
  • •Ottoman Lighthouse — historic colonial-era lighthouse standing near the old harbor.
  • •Al-Ghaith Beach — calm sandy stretch popular with local families at sunset.
  • •Hodeida Fish Market — one of Yemen's busiest, showcasing the region's rich marine harvest.
  • •Italian-era Architecture — colonial facades blending European and local coral-stone building styles.

Getting around: Within Hodeida, shared minibuses and three-wheeled auto-rickshaws (tuk-tuks) are the most common forms of local transport, supplemented by private taxis that can be hired by negotiation. There is no rail service, and formal rideshare apps do not operate here. Roads vary significantly in condition and accessibility due to ongoing conflict, making local knowledge essential for safe navigation.

Best time: The cooler months from November to February offer the most bearable temperatures, as summers are intensely hot and humid along the Red Sea coast.

Local food: Try fresh grilled fish and lobster from the harbor markets, the Yemeni breakfast staple saltah (meat stew with fenugreek foam), and locally baked lahoh flatbread served with honey.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

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Encyclopaedia

Hodeidah International Airport is an airport in Hodeida, Yemen.

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