Khartoum International Airport (HSSK)
Large airport · Khartoum, Khartoum State, Sudan
Airport data
| Name | Khartoum International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | HSSK |
| IATA | KRT |
| Elevation | 1,265 ft (386 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 15°35'22" E 32°33'12" 15.58950, 32.55320 |
| Location | Khartoum, Khartoum State, Sudan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 9,751 ft (2972 m) | 148 ft | Asphalt | Yes |
Khartoum International Airport at a glance
Khartoum International Airport is a large airport in Khartoum, Khartoum State, Sudan, known to airline systems as KRT. The field elevation of 1,265 ft (386 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at HSSK are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 18/36, offers 9,751 ft (2972 m) of asphalt surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 18 points roughly 180° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for HSSK shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Khartoum International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wadi Seidna Air Base | SD-0001 | 25 km (14 NM) |
| Merowe Airport | HSMN | 326 km (176 NM) |
| El-Obeid Airport | HSOB | 369 km (199 NM) |
| Kassala Airport | HSKA | 405 km (219 NM) |
| Renk Airport | HSRN | 440 km (238 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Khartoum International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 1,265 ft field elevation of Khartoum International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 10 airports and airfields we list for Sudan — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Khartoum International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Khartoum International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Khartoum International Airport is HSSK, and its IATA code is KRT. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Khartoum International Airport above sea level?
Khartoum International Airport sits at an elevation of 1,265 feet (386 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Khartoum International Airport located?
The airport lies at 15.5895, 32.5532 — in Khartoum, Khartoum State, Sudan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Wadi Seidna Air Base, about 25 km away.
Does HSSK publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for HSSK appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Khartoum International Airport?
Khartoum International Airport has one runway. The longest, 18/36, measures 9,751 ft (2972 m) with a Asphalt surface.