Transport in Djibouti is facilitated through a relatively young system of roads, railways and ports.

Air transport

thumb|right|An Air Djibouti aircraft at the Djibouti–Ambouli International Airport (2016).

Airlines

The national flag carrier is Air Djibouti. In total, there are other airlines, all operating out of Djibouti–Ambouli International Airport:

  • Jubba Airways

Airports

The aviation industry is regulated by the Civil Aviation Authority of Djibouti, a statutory board of the Djibouti government under the Ministry of Infrastructure & Transport.

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Airport and airbase technical data

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Maritime transport

thumb|An Ethiopian cargo ship docked at the Port of Djibouti.

Ports and harbours

The Port of Djibouti, run by the Djibouti Ports & Free Zones Authority and Port of Doraleh, is a key transhipment hub for the East African region.

References

Bibliography

  • Michelon 745 Africa North East, Arabia 2007
  • GeoCenter Africa North East 1999
  • Maplanida.com