Hastings Airport - HGS Freetown
The Hastings Airport is a public airport located within the town of Freetown, Sierra Leone. Within minutes from the airport is Western Sierra Leone’s educational, economic, political, cultural, and financial center. As such, the airport welcomes a large mix of both business and leisure travelers to Sierra Leone’s major port city. The airport has an IATA code of HGS, which stands for Hastings.
Best Time to Visit
The Hastings Airport features a single asphalt runway measuring 3,150 feet long. It is located 60 feet above sea level, and is located near the port. Eagle Air is the only airline with regular commercial flights to and from the cities of Yengema, Kenema, Freetown, and Bo. Charter flights to smaller towns such as Monrovia, Kono, and Ghangbatok are also available. Passengers would find it easy to head to the towns of Tokeh and Lakka from the airport.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The Hastings Airport is surrounded by plenty of budget-friendly accommodations to choose from. For travelers looking for free wi-fi and shuttle services, the amenities of The Country Lodge Complex will not disappoint. It is located within 8.4 miles from the airport and is a favorite among most leisure travelers with its location atop Station Hill. Another option worth considering are the modern spaces offered by Ishamajoso Lodge, which offers shuttle services to and from the airport or to the beach. Travelers coming in from other countries will find themselves entering Freetown through the Freetown - Lungi International Airport, which is a public airport with an IATA code of FNA.
