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Sudan's national flag carrier connecting Africa and beyond.
Founded
1946
Headquarters
Khartoum, Sudan
Sudan Airways is the national airline of Sudan, established in 1946 and headquartered in Khartoum. As the flag carrier of the country, it has historically operated domestic routes within Sudan as well as international services to destinations across Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.
The airline has faced significant operational and financial challenges over the decades, including the impact of international sanctions on Sudan, which restricted its ability to acquire modern aircraft and expand its network. These difficulties have led to a reduced fleet and limited route network compared to its regional peers.
Despite ongoing challenges, Sudan Airways continues to serve as a symbol of national aviation and has made efforts to modernize and restore connectivity for Sudanese travelers, particularly following changes in Sudan's political landscape in the late 2010s and early 2020s.
Hubs & network
Sudan Airways operates primarily from Khartoum International Airport (KRT) as its main hub.
Fleet
Sudan Airways has operated a mixed fleet including Airbus A300 and Boeing 707 aircraft, with an aging and limited number of operational aircraft in recent years.
Notable facts
- ›Sudan Airways is one of the oldest airlines in Africa, founded in 1946.
- ›The airline was heavily impacted by U.S. and international sanctions imposed on Sudan for decades.
- ›Sudan Airways has struggled with fleet aging and a reduced number of airworthy aircraft.
- ›The airline has operated routes to destinations including Cairo, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and several African cities.
- ›Political instability and conflict in Sudan have severely disrupted the airline's operations in recent years.
This profile is provided for general information only. Contact details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airline's official website before acting on them.
Primary hubs
Route network map (34 legs)












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Route network
ADD → KRT320
AUH → KRTAB6
CAI → KRT320 AB6
CAI → PZU320
DOH → KRT320
DXB → KRTAB6
EGN → KRTYK2
ELF → KRTYK2
JED → KRTAB6 320
JED → PZU320
JUB → KRT320
KAN → KRTAB6
KRT → ADD320
KRT → AMM320
KRT → AUHAB6
KRT → CAI320 AB6
KRT → DOH320 AB6
KRT → DXBAB6
KRT → EGNYK2
KRT → ELFYK2
KRT → JEDAB6 320
KRT → JUB320
KRT → NDJAB6
KRT → PZUYK2 320
KRT → RUHAB6
KRT → SHJAB6
KRT → UYL320
NDJ → KANAB6
PZU → CAI320
PZU → JED320
PZU → KRTYK2 320
RUH → KRTAB6
SHJ → AUHAB6
UYL → KRT320
Fleet (aircraft types operated)
Encyclopaedia
Sudan Airways is the flag carrier airline of Sudan, headquartered in Khartoum. Since 2012, the company has been fully owned by the Government of Sudan.
Read full article on WikipediaLatest news
ch-aviation· 9/10/2026
Sudan Airways union urges revival of flag carrier law
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KFYR-TV· 2/1/2026
Sudan’s war-torn capital sees second commercial flight land since conflict began
Read at KFYR-TV
Aviation Week· 2/2/2026
Sudan Resumes Domestic Flights To Khartoum After Two-Year Suspension
Read at Aviation Week
Sudan Tribune· 5/7/2026
Sudan Airways to resume Khartoum flights as Qatar Airways audits Port Sudan
Read at Sudan Tribune
dabangasudan.org· 6/28/2026
‘Latest US sanctions on Sudanese aviation could complicate finance, commerce’
Read at dabangasudan.org
Aerospace Global News· 2/21/2026
Unlikely but ambitious? Sudanese civilians launch fundraising initiative to buy 10 new planes for national carrier
Read at Aerospace Global News
About on Wikipedia
Sudan Airways
Flag carrier of Sudan
Sudan Airways is the flag carrier airline of Sudan, headquartered in Khartoum. Since 2012, the company has been fully owned by the Government of Sudan.
Read on WikipediaText from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA. May be out of date — verify important details.