Oued Irara Airport
Hassi Messaoud-Oued Irara Krim Belkacem Airport is the main air gateway for Hassi Messaoud in eastern Algeria, serving one of the country’s most important desert cities. Identified by HME and DAUH, it is classified as a medium airport and provides practical access for travellers heading to the town itself or to nearby oil and gas industry sites. Its setting in the Sahara means passengers should expect a dry, hot climate for much of the year and plan onward transport with the city’s remote location in mind.
About Oued Irara Airport
Hassi Messaoud-Oued Irara Krim Belkacem Airport is the main air gateway for Hassi Messaoud in eastern Algeria, serving one of the country’s most important desert cities. Identified by HME and DAUH, it is classified as a medium airport and provides practical access for travellers heading to the town itself or to nearby oil and gas industry sites. Its setting in the Sahara means passengers should expect a dry, hot climate for much of the year and plan onward transport with the city’s remote location in mind.
Overview
Hassi Messaoud-Oued Irara Krim Belkacem Airport is the main air gateway for Hassi Messaoud in eastern Algeria, serving one of the country’s most important desert cities. Identified by HME and DAUH, it is classified as a medium airport and provides practical access for travellers heading to the town itself or to nearby oil and gas industry sites. Its setting in the Sahara means passengers should expect a dry, hot climate for much of the year and plan onward transport with the city’s remote location in mind.
Practical Facts
- Airport name: Hassi Messaoud-Oued Irara Krim Belkacem Airport
- Location served: Hassi Messaoud, Algeria
- Codes: HME (IATA) and DAUH (ICAO)
- Elevation: 463 ft / 141 m above sea level
- Time zone: Africa/Algiers
- Runways: 01/19 and 18/36, with runway 18/36 measuring 9,843 ft, asphalt, and lighted
Runway and Operations
For travellers, the most useful operational detail is the airport’s runway setup. It has two runways, including a long lighted asphalt runway, 18/36, which supports aircraft operations in day and night conditions and is especially valuable in a remote desert environment. The listed elevation of 463 ft is relatively low, but local weather and visibility can still affect flights, so it is wise to check schedules carefully and allow extra time around arrivals and departures.
What Visitors Should Know
Because Hassi Messaoud is an inland desert destination rather than a large tourist hub, airport services and ground transport may feel more functional than expansive. It is sensible to confirm pickup plans before landing, carry water, and be ready for strong sun and heat outside the terminal area. Algeria uses the Africa/Algiers time zone, so travellers connecting from abroad should account for local time when arranging meetings, hotel check-ins, or onward road travel.
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FAQ
Oued Irara 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
- Oued Irara Airport is located in Hassi Messaoud, Algeria (Africa), at coordinates 31.680°, 6.150°.
- Its IATA code is HME and its ICAO code is DAUH.
- Oued Irara Airport serves Hassi Messaoud, Algeria. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Oued Irara Airport operates on Africa/Algiers 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.
- Oued Irara Airport sits at latitude 31.680° and longitude 6.150°. 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 HME. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for HME is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from HME on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in Algeria. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.