Mkuze Airport — Mkuze, South Africa
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Distance & flight time from MZQ
Mkuze Airport
Mkuze Airport (MZQ) is a small regional airport in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, serving the town of Mkuze and acting as a gateway to nearby game reserves such as Mkhuze Game Reserve, Ndumo Game Reserve, and the broader iSimangaliso Wetland Park area. MZQ mainly supports light aircraft and charter flights bringing safari tourists and researchers into this wildlife-rich region of northern KwaZulu-Natal, known for rhino conservation and diverse birdlife. The airport lacks the scale of major South African hubs, functioning instead as a rustic bush airstrip typical of southern African safari logistics, with minimal terminal infrastructure.
Runways at Mkuze Airport (MZQ)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 6070 ft (1850 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Mkuze Airport (MZQ)
No published frequency data for this airport.
Airports near Mkuze Airport (MZQ)
- Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport (ULD) — 98.8 km (61.4 mi)
- Richards Bay Airport (RCB) — 124.1 km (77.1 mi)
- Matsapha International Airport (MTS) — 142.1 km (88.3 mi)
- King Mswati III International Airport (SHO) — 144.6 km (89.9 mi)
- Maputo Airport (MPM) — 196.7 km (122.2 mi)
- Newcastle Airport (NCS) — 204.2 km (126.9 mi)
- King Shaka International Airport (DUR) — 238.8 km (148.4 mi)
- Ladysmith Airport (LAY) — 248.9 km (154.7 mi)
MZQ is Mkuze Airport in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, a small bush airstrip serving nearby game reserves. Searchers usually want charter flight access for safari trips rather than commercial airline routes.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Mkuze Airport?
The IATA code for Mkuze Airport is MZQ.
What is the ICAO code for Mkuze Airport?
The ICAO code for Mkuze Airport is FAMU. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.