Gateway to the ancient royal city of Gondar.
Location
Azezo, Ethiopia
Gondar Airport, officially known as Atse Tewodros Airport, serves the historic city of Gondar in the Amhara region of northern Ethiopia. It is located in the Azezo district, approximately 20 kilometers south of Gondar's city center. The airport plays an important role in connecting Gondar to the capital Addis Ababa and supporting the region's growing tourism sector.
Gondar is a UNESCO World Heritage Site city famous for its medieval castles and the Debre Berhan Selassie church, drawing significant numbers of domestic and international tourists. The airport has been upgraded over the years to accommodate increased passenger traffic and larger aircraft. Ethiopian Airlines operates regular scheduled services to and from the airport, making it a key hub for regional connectivity in northern Ethiopia.
Terminals
The airport has a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and limited international operations.
Getting to & from
Passengers travel between the airport and Gondar city center primarily by taxi and minibus, covering approximately 20 kilometers.
Airlines here
Ethiopian Airlines is the primary carrier operating scheduled services at Gondar Airport.
Notable facts
- ›The airport is officially named Atse Tewodros Airport, after Emperor Tewodros II of Ethiopia.
- ›It serves as a gateway for tourists visiting Gondar's UNESCO World Heritage castles and palaces.
- ›The airport is located in the Azezo sub-city, south of the main Gondar urban area.
- ›Ethiopian Airlines operates multiple daily flights connecting Gondar to Addis Ababa.
- ›The airport has undergone runway and infrastructure improvements to handle increased traffic.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
