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Asmara travel guide

Asmara Tourism | Asmara Guide

You're Going to Love Asmara

With 563,930 inhabitants, Asmara is the most populous city in Eritrea. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Asmara has to offer.

When to visit Asmara

Asmara in September
Estimated hotel price
£72
1 night at 3-star hotel
Asmara in September
Estimated hotel price
£72
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Asmara

Plane

When flying to Asmara, you’ll arrive at Asmara Intl (ASM), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Asmara from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 28h.

Plane

When flying to Asmara, you’ll arrive at Asmara Intl (ASM), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Asmara from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 28h.

Airports near Asmara

ASMAsmara Intl

Airlines serving Asmara

Turkish Airlines
Good (3,893 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,288 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,221 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (357 reviews)
flydubai
Good (140 reviews)
flynas
Good (91 reviews)
Tarco
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Where to stay in Asmara

Average rates range from around £84 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £129 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Asmara

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