Large airport · Benina, Libya
Benina International Airport
The airport is operated by the Civil Aviation and Meteorology Bureau of Libya and is the second largest in the country after Tripoli International Airport. Its IATA code is BEN. Its ICAO code is HLLB. It has 2 runways, longest 11,732 ft (ASP). Elevation 433 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Benina, Libya |
|---|---|
| IATA code | BEN |
| ICAO code | HLLB |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 2 runways, longest 11,732 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 433 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 32.0968° N, 20.2695° E |
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What Benina International Airport is known for
The airport is operated by the Civil Aviation and Meteorology Bureau of Libya and is the second largest in the country after Tripoli International Airport.
History
Three years later, in July 2017, the airport was reopened for limited commercial flights and as of 2025 there are multiple international flights to and from the airport.
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- El-Kouf National Park · Libya · 70.5 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is Benina International Airport?
The airport is operated by the Civil Aviation and Meteorology Bureau of Libya and is the second largest in the country after Tripoli International Airport.
What is the airport code for Benina International Airport?
Benina International Airport — its IATA code is BEN and its ICAO code is HLLB.
Where is Benina International Airport located?
Benina International Airport serves Benina, Libya. Its coordinates are 32.0968° N, 20.2695° E.
What is the history of Benina International Airport?
Three years later, in July 2017, the airport was reopened for limited commercial flights and as of 2025 there are multiple international flights to and from the airport.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#3223
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benina_International_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.