OYL · HKMY · Moyale Airport

Moyale Airport (OYL)

Moyale, Kenya · small airport · 3.470° 39.101° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeOYL
ICAO CodeHKMY
Typesmall airport
NameMoyale Airport
MunicipalityMoyale
CountryKenya
ContinentAF
Latitude3.470° N
Longitude39.101° E
Elevation2790 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryKenya
ISO Code
RegionMoyale
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+3
DST OffsetUTC+3
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving OYL

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (3.5°N)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

AI-Enhanced Insights

Moyale Airport (OYL/HKMY) is a small regional airport serving the border town of Moyale in Marsabit County, northern Kenya. It provides vital air connectivity for this remote, arid region near the Kenya-Ethiopia border, supporting local communities, humanitarian operations, and cross-border trade. The airport primarily handles small charter and light aircraft operations due to its modest infrastructure.

💡 Local Tip
Given the harsh arid climate and remote location, carry plenty of water and sun protection, and confirm your flight schedule directly with the operator the day before, as small airstrip schedules in this region can change with short notice.
🚖 Getting There

Ground transport from the airport is typically arranged by prior arrangement with local operators or the charter company, as regular taxi services are limited. Moyale town center is a short drive from the airstrip, with 4x4 vehicles recommended due to unpaved roads. Travelers heading across the border to Moyale, Ethiopia should ensure they have proper documentation and a vehicle clearance.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Moyale Airport?
A: The IATA code is OYL and the ICAO code is HKMY.

Q: Are there scheduled commercial flights to Moyale?
A: Scheduled service is very limited or nonexistent; most flights are charter or private operations serving the region.

Q: What is Moyale Airport best known for?
A: It serves as an important access point for the remote Moyale border area between Kenya and Ethiopia, supporting trade and humanitarian work in northern Kenya.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: As a small airport, it offers basic facilities with minimal passenger amenities, typical of rural Kenyan airstrips.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 28, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

IATANameCity / CountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Link
MYS Moyale Airport Moyale, Ethiopia 12.1 km 7.5 mi View →
RBT Marsabit Airport Marsabit, Kenya 175.0 km 108.7 mi View →
EGL Negele Airport Negele Borana, Ethiopia 213.1 km 132.4 mi View →
WJR Wajir Airport Wajir, Kenya 222.2 km 138.1 mi View →
SKR Shakiso Airport Shakiso, Ethiopia 247.5 km 153.8 mi View →

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