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Regional gateway serving the Mascara province of western Algeria.
Location
Ghriss, Algeria
Ghriss Airport is a regional civil airport located near the town of Ghriss in Mascara Province, northwestern Algeria. It serves as an air link for the Mascara region, which is known for its agricultural output and wine-producing heritage. The airport operates under the IATA code MUW and ICAO code DAOV.
The facility primarily handles domestic routes connecting the Mascara area to Algiers and occasionally other Algerian cities. It is a relatively small airport with limited infrastructure compared to major Algerian hubs such as Houari Boumediene Airport in Algiers.
Air Algérie, the national carrier, has historically provided scheduled service to and from Ghriss Airport, making it the primary airline presence at this regional facility.
Terminals
The airport features a small, single terminal building suited to regional passenger volumes.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to Ghriss and the city of Mascara is primarily via road, with taxis and private vehicles being the main options.
Airlines here
Air Algérie is the primary carrier operating scheduled domestic routes at Ghriss Airport.
Notable facts
- ›Ghriss Airport serves Mascara Province, a historically significant agricultural region in northwestern Algeria.
- ›The airport's IATA code MUW reflects its association with the Mascara wilaya.
- ›It is one of several smaller regional airports in Algeria operated under the national civil aviation authority.
- ›Mascara Province, served by this airport, is known historically for its wine production during the French colonial era.
- ›The airport primarily supports domestic connectivity rather than international routes.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
