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Travel - International Note Travel to the Eritrean border is not advised at present; southern Sudan, Darfur and Kassala should also be avoided, except on essential business or if engaged in relief work. Conflict continues to be a feature of Sudan. There is a general threat from terrorism. Most visits to Khartoum, Port Sudan and other areas in the north are trouble-free. Permits, obtained locally, are required for all travel outside Khartoum. For further advice, contact a local government travel advice department. Air The national airline is Sudan Airways (SD). Other airlines serving Sudan include British Airways, Lufthansa and Syrian Arab Airlines. Approximate flight times From Khartoum to London is eight hours, including stopover. International airports Khartoum (KRT) (Civil) is 4km (2 miles) southeast of the city. Airport facilities include restaurants and duty-free shops. Taxi services are available. Departure tax US$20 (Sudanese nationals may pay in local currency). Transit passengers are exempt. Sea The only sea ports are Port Sudan and Suakin on the Red Sea. Piracy has been reported in the area. River There are car ferries from Aswan in Egypt to Wadi Halfa. Rail Rail links run from Cairo (Egypt) to Aswan High Dam and then by riverboat to Wadi Halfa. Road Entry to Sudan by road is at present only possible at Wadi Halfa on the Egypt/Sudan border. |