Kamembe Airport — Kamembe, Rwanda
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereKamembe Airport in Kamembe uses the IATA code KME, with HRZA as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from KME
Kamembe Airport
Kamembe Airport lies in Rwanda's Western Province, near the town of Cyangugu on the country's border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo, close to the southern tip of Lake Kivu. Perched at an elevation of about 5,192 feet in Rwanda's characteristic hill country, it operates a single asphalt runway of roughly 4,921 feet. The airport gives this far corner of Rwanda an air link to the capital region, sparing travelers the long, winding road journey across the country's mountainous terrain. For an area set between a great lake and an international frontier, KME provides a useful connection that supports regional travel and trade in Rwanda's scenic west.
Runways at Kamembe Airport (KME)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 4921 ft (1500 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Kamembe Airport (KME)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 120.7 MHz |
Airports near Kamembe Airport (KME)
- Bukavu Kavumu Airport (BKY) — 20.3 km (12.6 mi)
- Gisenyi Airport (GYI) — 95.6 km (59.4 mi)
- Goma International Airport (GOM) — 95.8 km (59.5 mi)
- Bujumbura Melchior Ndadaye International Airport (BJM) — 106.1 km (65.9 mi)
- Kigali International Airport (KGL) — 147.4 km (91.6 mi)
- Gitega Airport (GID) — 153.9 km (95.6 mi)
- Savannah Airstrip (KHX) — 213.1 km (132.4 mi)
- Kindu Airport (KND) — 336.2 km (208.9 mi)
Travelers search KME to confirm the airport for the Cyangugu and Lake Kivu area of western Rwanda when booking a domestic hop from Kigali. The code helps distinguish this border-region field on tickets and connection itineraries.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Kamembe Airport?
The IATA code for Kamembe Airport is KME.
What is the ICAO code for Kamembe Airport?
The ICAO code for Kamembe Airport is HRZA. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.