Dubai(Jebel Ali) to Mogadishu (DWC–MGQ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Dubai(Jebel Ali) to Mogadishu
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 1,712 mi 4h 45m nonstop -1h behind 2 1-stop hubs

DWC–MGQ is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Kenya Airways leads the route. The flight covers 1,712 miles in approximately 4h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 2 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop DWC–MGQ service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
KQ Kenya Airways 0 SkyTeam
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: KQ (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DWC to MGQ.
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One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~14h
Fastest
~18h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
29
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Mogadishu from Dubai(Jebel Ali)

Nearby airports with service to Aden Adde International Airport.
Metric DWC→MGQ SHJ→MGQ
Distance from DWC 37 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1
Weekly flights 0
Flight time 4h 45m 4h 55m
Airports within 200 miles of DWC with service to Aden Adde International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Mogadishu is 1 hour behind Dubai(Jebel Ali).
DWC: +04 · MGQ: EAT

When it's 6:00 PM in Dubai(Jebel Ali), it's 5:00 PM in Mogadishu.
Distance & Flight Time
1,712 mi / 2,755 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 45m.
Visa & Entry

UAE passport holders require a visa to enter Somalia. Visas can be obtained on arrival at Mogadishu airport for up to 30 days, though advance arrangements through a Somali embassy or sponsoring entity are strongly preferred. Passport must have at least 6 months validity. Entry conditions vary by region, particularly for Somaliland, which operates its own immigration process.

DWC–MGQ Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dubai(Jebel Ali) to Mogadishu route.
Route details
Distance1,712 mi / 2,755 km
Flight time4h 45m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections2 hubs
Origin: DWC
IATA / ICAODWC / OMDW
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Elevation114 ft / 35 m
Destination: MGQ
IATA / ICAOMGQ / HCMM
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Elevation29 ft / 9 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DWC to MGQ flights.
Nonstop flights from Al Maktoum International Airport to Aden Adde International Airport take approximately 4h 45m. The route covers 1,712 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Kenya Airways.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through IST and ADD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Mogadishu is 1 hour behind Dubai(Jebel Ali).
Nearby alternatives include SHJ. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from DWC to MGQ

Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) and Aden Adde International Airport (MGQ) are connected by nonstop service from Kenya Airways.

DWC to MGQ Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DWC to MGQ ranges from 4 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,712 miles (2,755 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

2 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via IST. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sharjah (SHJ).