Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ): what you need to know
Mogadishu's timezone is UTC+3, making Mogadishu eight hours behind Sydney.
To ensure you catch your SYD to MGQ flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mogadishu International Airport. Dubai Airport is a top stopover on the SYD to MGQ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mogadishu International Airport flight is R 18,785. A return plane ticket right now is R 47,544. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SYD to MGQ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mogadishu International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from SYD to MGQ is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mogadishu International Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, 69.62% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mogadishu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
Once your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mogadishu International Airport flight has landed, relax and unwind at a nearby hotel. Lovely 3-Bed Apartment in Mogadishu is a convenient option within easy reach of MGQ.
Getting from Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) to central Mogadishu
From Mogadishu International Airport, Mogadishu is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mogadishu International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Mogadishu. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mogadishu International Airport for April if you'd like to go to Mogadishu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to MGQ in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Somalia
Baidoa is just one of the many cities in Somalia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Mogadishu. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Baidoa City Park, Masjidka Carabta-Baidoa and Beeraha Carabta.
Another worthwhile stop in Somalia, Beledweyne is located about 306 kilometres north of Mogadishu. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Bardaha Mosque.
