Hwange National Park Airport — Gwayi River Farms, Zimbabwe
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereHwange National Park Airport in Gwayi River Farms uses the IATA code HWN, with FVWN as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from HWN
Hwange National Park Airport
HWN is Hwange National Park Airport, serving visitors to Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe's largest game reserve and one of the premier wildlife destinations in southern Africa. The airport primarily handles small aircraft carrying tourists to safari lodges scattered around the park, which is renowned for large elephant populations alongside lions, buffalo, and diverse wildlife across its extensive savanna and woodland habitats. HWN typically sees charter and light aircraft traffic rather than large commercial jets, reflecting its role as a tourism-focused gateway rather than a hub for a populated city. Access via HWN significantly cuts travel time compared to long road transfers through Zimbabwe's rural road network.
Runways at Hwange National Park Airport (HWN)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 15091 ft (4600 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Hwange National Park Airport (HWN)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | PARK APP | 119.9 MHz |
| TWR | PARK TWR | 119.9 MHz |
Airports near Hwange National Park Airport (HWN)
- Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) — 138.3 km (85.9 mi)
- Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI) — 155.5 km (96.6 mi)
- Kasane International Airport (BBK) — 215.1 km (133.7 mi)
- Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ) — 228.1 km (141.7 mi)
- Sua Pan Airport (SXN) — 234.0 km (145.4 mi)
- Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport (FRW) — 285.1 km (177.2 mi)
- Kariba Airport (KAB) — 306.7 km (190.6 mi)
- Josiah Tungamirai Air Force Base (GWE) — 311.8 km (193.7 mi)
HWN serves safari tourists visiting Hwange National Park rather than a city, so flights are mostly small charter aircraft. It offers a much faster alternative to driving through Zimbabwe's rural roads.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Hwange National Park Airport?
The IATA code for Hwange National Park Airport is HWN.
What is the ICAO code for Hwange National Park Airport?
The ICAO code for Hwange National Park Airport is FVWN. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.