Arusha Airport — Arusha, Tanzania
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Arusha Airport (Arusha) is ARK — its ICAO code is HTAR.
Distance & flight time from ARK
Arusha Airport
ARK identifies Arusha Airport, a single-runway field set at 4,550 feet in the highlands of northern Tanzania. It lies close to the city of Arusha itself, distinct from the much larger Kilimanjaro International Airport positioned between Arusha and Moshi. Given its elevation and location along Tanzania's northern safari circuit, ARK mostly handles smaller aircraft, domestic hops, and charter flights rather than long-haul international service. Arusha functions as a regional hub in East Africa, and having an airport so close to town makes short trips within the country more convenient. The single paved runway reflects the scale of traffic the field was originally built to accommodate.
Runways at Arusha Airport (ARK)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 5377 ft (1639 m) | 105 ft (32 m) | BIT |
Radio frequencies for Arusha Airport (ARK)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118.4 MHz |
Airports near Arusha Airport (ARK)
- Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) — 49.3 km (30.6 mi)
- Lake Manyara Airport (LKY) — 90.5 km (56.2 mi)
- Amboseli Airport (ASV) — 105.8 km (65.7 mi)
- Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) — 228.4 km (141.9 mi)
- Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) — 230.2 km (143.0 mi)
- Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip (MRE) — 283.3 km (176.0 mi)
- Dodoma Airport (DOD) — 326.5 km (202.9 mi)
- Tanga Airport (TGT) — 331.4 km (205.9 mi)
Visitors planning safaris often mix up ARK with Kilimanjaro International's code JRO, since both serve the greater Arusha area, and confirming which airport a booking references can prevent a long, unplanned road transfer.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Arusha Airport?
The IATA code for Arusha Airport is ARK.
What is the ICAO code for Arusha Airport?
The ICAO code for Arusha Airport is HTAR. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.