Margate Airport — Margate, South Africa

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Looking for the Margate airport code? Margate Airport's IATA code is MGH (ICAO: FAMG).

Distance & flight time from MGH

Margate Airport

Margate Airport (MGH) serves Margate on South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal south coast, a popular holiday destination known for its beaches and subtropical climate. The airport has historically supported both scheduled and charter flights linking the south coast resort towns to Johannesburg and Durban, catering largely to South African domestic tourists escaping to the coast during peak holiday seasons. MGH's role has fluctuated over the years alongside shifts in regional airline service, with periods of reduced scheduled flights offset by continued use for private and charter aviation. The airport remains an important piece of transport infrastructure for the KwaZulu-Natal south coast's tourism-dependent economy, particularly for visitors bypassing the longer road route from Durban.

Runways at Margate Airport (MGH)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
05/234495 ft (1370 m)100 ft (30 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for Margate Airport (MGH)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
AFISCTAF122.7 MHz

Airports near Margate Airport (MGH)

MGH stands for Margate Airport on South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal coast; searches often check current scheduled flight availability, which has varied significantly over time.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Margate Airport?

The IATA code for Margate Airport is MGH.

What is the ICAO code for Margate Airport?

The ICAO code for Margate Airport is FAMG. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.