Hwange National Park Airport — Gwayi River Farms, Zimbabwe

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Hwange 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)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
08/2615091 ft (4600 m)98 ft (30 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for Hwange National Park Airport (HWN)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
APPPARK APP119.9 MHz
TWRPARK TWR119.9 MHz

Airports near Hwange National Park Airport (HWN)

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.