Ouagadougou Airport (IATA: OUA, ICAO: DFFD) serves Ouagadougou, BF. It has 27 scheduled routes to 14 destinations in 14 countries, operated by 10 airlines.
- Proximity to City Center: The airport is remarkably close to downtown Ouagadougou, only 1.26 miles (2 km) away, making even short layovers potentially rewarding for exploring the city.
- Basic Lounge Amenities: The Salon d'Honneur offers basic amenities like Wi-Fi and snacks, accessible for a fee or with business class tickets.
- Renovations (Historical): Past reviews from 2012 indicated that renovations had been completed and the airport "looks good".
- Limited Sleeping Options: Sleeping in the terminal is not recommended due to a lack of dedicated rest zones or nap pods. There are no airport hotels inside the terminal.
- Unpredictable Security and Immigration: While the airport is close to the city, security and immigration processing times can be unpredictable, requiring travelers to allow at least 2.5 hours for return processing.
- Basic Facilities: The airport offers basic amenities, with a small duty-free and limited free Wi-Fi.
- Sources researched: flightradar24.com, sleepinginairports.net, universalweather.com, ourairports.com, borderlyai.com*
Bottom line: For travelers with short layovers, the airport's close proximity to the city offers unique opportunities for quick excursions, but those seeking comfort for longer waits or overnight stays may find the facilities lacking.
Routes from OUA
14 nonstop destinations · 10 airlines.
Airlines at OUA
10 carriers operate scheduled departures.
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Airport routes
Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) offers 27 flight routes operated by 10 airlines. Major carriers include ASKY Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Air Senegal and others. Popular destinations from Ouagadougou include Diori Hamani Int'l, Port Bouet (Felix Houphouet Boigny Int'l), Istanbul Airport, Senou Int'l, Conakry Int'l (Gbessia Int'l).
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Common questions about OUA
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How many destinations have nonstop flights from OUA?
Ouagadougou Airport has 27 scheduled routes to 14 destinations in 14 countries, operated by 10 airlines.
Which airlines fly from Ouagadougou Airport?
10 carriers operate scheduled departures, including ASKY Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Air Senegal.
Where is Ouagadougou Airport located?
Ouagadougou Airport is located in Ouagadougou, BF, at an elevation of 1037 ft. Its IATA code is OUA and ICAO code is DFFD.