What is the IATA code for Abu Simbel Airport?

The IATA code for Abu Simbel is ABS.

Abu Simbel (ABS) in Abu Simbel, Egypt. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.

ABS

Abu Simbel

Q: How to reach Abu Simbel Airport from the city?

Taxi/Cab: Taxis are available outside the terminal. Negotiate the fare before starting your journey. Expect to pay around 150-200 EGP to Abu Simbel town. Distance: Approximately 4 km from Abu Simbel town, 10 minutes without traffic.

Abu Simbel, Egypt

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📍CityAbu Simbel

📞Helpline+20 97 340 0344

Abu Simbel, Aswan Governorate, Egypt

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ℹ️ About Abu Simbel

Abu Simbel Airport (ABS) serves the town of Abu Simbel and the nearby UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Abu Simbel temples. The airport facilitates tourism to the temples, which were relocated in the 1960s to avoid flooding caused by the Aswan High Dam.

The airport is operated by the Egyptian Airports Company. The IATA code is ABS.

🏢 Terminals

Abu Simbel Airport has one terminal. It handles both domestic and international flights.

The terminal has a single runway and limited gates. There are no piers or concourses.

The airport has undergone renovations to improve its facilities and increase capacity to accommodate growing tourism to the Abu Simbel temples.

🚗 How to Reach Abu Simbel Airport

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Taxi/Cab

Taxis are available outside the terminal. Negotiate the fare before starting your journey. Expect to pay around 150-200 EGP to Abu Simbel town.

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Distance

Approximately 4 km from Abu Simbel town, 10 minutes without traffic.

🛎️ Airport Facilities

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Food & Dining

A small cafeteria is available offering basic refreshments.

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Shopping

A few souvenir shops are present selling local crafts and gifts.

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Other

Basic facilities include restrooms and information desk.

🅿️ Parking

Limited parking spaces are available near the terminal. Rates are approximately 10 EGP per day.

💡 Tips for Travellers

Pre-arrange your transportation from the airport to your hotel or the Abu Simbel temples to avoid inflated taxi fares.

Bring Egyptian pounds (EGP) for taxi fares and small purchases, as card payments may not be widely accepted.

Check the flight schedules in advance, as flight times can change due to operational reasons.

Purchase souvenirs from local shops in Abu Simbel town for better prices than at the airport.

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