Seiyun Airport
Seiyun Hadhramaut International Airport is the main air gateway for Seiyun in eastern Yemen and is identified by the codes GXF and OYSY. Classified as a large airport, it plays an important role for travelers heading into the Hadhramaut region, whether for business, family visits, or onward journeys across this part of the country. The airport operates on Asia/Aden time, which is useful to keep in mind when confirming flight schedules, pickup times, or hotel check-in plans.
About Seiyun Airport
Seiyun Hadhramaut International Airport is the main air gateway for Seiyun in eastern Yemen and is identified by the codes GXF and OYSY. Classified as a large airport, it plays an important role for travelers heading into the Hadhramaut region, whether for business, family visits, or onward journeys across this part of the country. The airport operates on Asia/Aden time, which is useful to keep in mind when confirming flight schedules, pickup times, or hotel check-in plans.
Overview
Seiyun Hadhramaut International Airport is the main air gateway for Seiyun in eastern Yemen and is identified by the codes GXF and OYSY. Classified as a large airport, it plays an important role for travelers heading into the Hadhramaut region, whether for business, family visits, or onward journeys across this part of the country. The airport operates on Asia/Aden time, which is useful to keep in mind when confirming flight schedules, pickup times, or hotel check-in plans.
What Travelers Should Know
- The airport sits at an elevation of 2,097 feet (639 m), so conditions can feel a little different from sea-level airports, especially for travelers arriving after a long journey.
- It has one runway, 07/25, measuring 9,843 feet and surfaced in asphalt, giving it the capability to handle a range of commercial operations.
- Because it serves Seiyun directly, it is the most practical arrival point for visitors whose plans are centered on the city and the wider Hadhramaut area.
- Time zone alignment is straightforward across the airport and city, as both follow Asia/Aden local time.
On Arrival
For most visitors, the airport’s value is its direct connection to Seiyun rather than a sprawling transfer experience, so it is best approached as a practical regional entry point. Arriving passengers should have local transport plans arranged in advance when possible and keep essential travel documents easily accessible. Since airport services and schedules can vary, it is wise to reconfirm flight details before departure and allow extra time for formalities, especially during busy travel periods.
Routes
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Nearby airports
Other airports in Yemen
FAQ
Seiyun Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Seiyun Airport is located in Seiyun, Yemen (Asia), at coordinates 15.960°, 48.790°.
- Its IATA code is GXF and its ICAO code is OYSY.
- Seiyun Airport serves Seiyun, Yemen. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Seiyun Airport operates on Asia/Aden local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Seiyun Airport sits at latitude 15.960° and longitude 48.790°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from GXF. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for GXF is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from GXF on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 3 other airports in Yemen. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.