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Laayoune Hassan I International Airport

El Aaiún, Western Sahara (disputed territory)

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Laayoune Hassan I International Airport

El Aaiún, Western Sahara (disputed territory)
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Gateway to Western Sahara's disputed capital city.

Location
El Aaiún, Western Sahara
Laayoune Hassan I International Airport (IATA: EUN, ICAO: GMML) serves El Aaiún, the largest city in Western Sahara, a territory whose sovereignty is disputed between Morocco and the Polisario Front. The airport is named in honor of King Hassan II of Morocco, reflecting Moroccan administration of the region. The airport handles a modest volume of domestic and international traffic, primarily connecting El Aaiún with Moroccan cities such as Casablanca and Agadir, as well as some European destinations. It serves as an important transport link for residents, government personnel, and visitors to this remote region. Despite its relatively small size, the airport plays a significant logistical role in supporting the region's economy, including its fishing and phosphate industries, and facilitating movement for the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO) personnel.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from the airport to El Aaiún city center is primarily available via taxi.
Airlines here
Royal Air Maroc is the primary carrier serving the airport, offering connections to Casablanca and other Moroccan cities.
Notable facts
  • Named after King Hassan II of Morocco, who reigned from 1961 to 1999.
  • Western Sahara's political status remains disputed; Morocco controls most of the territory.
  • The airport supports MINURSO, the UN peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara.
  • El Aaiún is the largest city in Western Sahara with a population of several hundred thousand.
  • The airport serves as a key transport hub for the region's fishing and phosphate industries.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.

Route map (3 destinations)

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Routes

EUN → AGAAT · 738
EUN → CMNAT · 738
EUN → LPANT · AT7
EUN → LPAPM · AT4
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