Bamenda Airport — Bamenda, Cameroon
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereBamenda Airport in Bamenda uses the IATA code BPC, with FKKV as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from BPC
Bamenda Airport
Bamenda Airport, coded BPC, serves Bamenda, the capital of the Northwest Region of Cameroon. The field rises to 4,065 feet, among the higher airfields in the country, and the airfield relies on a solitary runway. Its highland setting places it within Cameroon's Grassfields area, a region known for cooler temperatures than the coastal lowlands. Scheduled flights into BPC have been limited in recent years, with the airport serving primarily as a regional link for the Northwest Region whenever service is active. Ground travel between Bamenda and Cameroon's larger cities can take considerably longer than a direct flight would, underscoring the field's importance for local connectivity.
Runways at Bamenda Airport (BPC)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 8202 ft (2500 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Bamenda Airport (BPC)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | AFIS | 118.3 MHz |
Airports near Bamenda Airport (BPC)
- Bafoussam Airport (BFX) — 61.5 km (38.2 mi)
- Foumban Nkounja Airport (FOM) — 82.6 km (51.3 mi)
- Margaret Ekpo International Airport (CBQ) — 229.3 km (142.5 mi)
- Douala International Airport (DLA) — 230.4 km (143.2 mi)
- Tiko Airport (TKC) — 232.7 km (144.6 mi)
- Makurdi Airport (MDI) — 249.0 km (154.7 mi)
- Akwa Ibom International Airport (QUO) — 259.4 km (161.2 mi)
- Akanu Ibiam International Airport (ENU) — 287.3 km (178.5 mi)
People search BPC to check current flight availability into Bamenda, since scheduled service has been inconsistent, or to confirm elevation and weather conditions before a trip into Cameroon's highlands.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Bamenda Airport?
The IATA code for Bamenda Airport is BPC.
What is the ICAO code for Bamenda Airport?
The ICAO code for Bamenda Airport is FKKV. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.