Queenstown Airport — Queenstown, South Africa

← Looking for a different airport? Search here

Looking for the Queenstown airport code? Queenstown Airport's IATA code is UTW (ICAO: FAQT).

Distance & flight time from UTW

Queenstown Airport

Queenstown Airport, bearing the code UTW, is a small regional airport located in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, an entirely distinct facility from the far more famous Queenstown Airport in New Zealand, with which it is sometimes confused by travelers. This South African Queenstown serves as a modest agricultural and farming town, providing limited scheduled or charter connections to Johannesburg and other domestic points. UTW's infrastructure remains basic, reflecting the town's small population and rural character within the broader Eastern Cape region. The airport primarily supports local business travel, agricultural logistics, and occasional government or medical transport needs, functioning as a quiet but necessary link for this remote South African community.

Runways at Queenstown Airport (UTW)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
12/303937 ft (1200 m)66 ft (20 m)Tar - lights 5 clicks on 124.8

Radio frequencies for Queenstown Airport (UTW)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
UnmannedQueenstown Traffic124.8 MHz

Airports near Queenstown Airport (UTW)

UTW, Queenstown Airport in South Africa's Eastern Cape, should not be confused with New Zealand's Queenstown; it serves a small rural farming community.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Queenstown Airport?

The IATA code for Queenstown Airport is UTW.

What is the ICAO code for Queenstown Airport?

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