Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ): what you need to know
Mogadishu is nine hours ahead of Edmonton and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your YEG to MGQ flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
R 20,840 is the best price for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Mogadishu International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 38,711. These fares can change based on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from YEG to MGQ, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
When it comes to Edmonton International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.55% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Edmonton to Edmonton International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Mogadishu International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near YEG:
Arriving at Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
Consider staying at Lovely 3-Bed Apartment in Mogadishu after touching down from your Edmonton International Airport to Mogadishu International Airport flight. It's a quick drive from MGQ and a good option if you want to get some rest right away.
Getting from Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) to central Mogadishu
Mogadishu International Airport to central Mogadishu has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to Mogadishu International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Mogadishu in February.
Book your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Mogadishu International Airport for April if you'd like to visit Mogadishu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YEG to MGQ in August. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Somalia
You've visited Mogadishu, now it's time to discover more of Somalia. Journey about 225 kilometres north-west to Baidoa to tick off its must-visit sights. From Baidoa City Park to Masjidka Carabta-Baidoa and Beeraha Carabta, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Another worthwhile stop in Somalia, Beledweyne is located around 306 kilometres north of Mogadishu. Plan to visit highlights including Bardaha Mosque.
