Kilimanjaro International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 2m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Kilimanjaro International Airport
Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA) is an international airport serving the Kilimanjaro National Park in Tanzania, as well as nearby cities like Arusha and Moshi. The airport handled 1,044,276 passengers in 2024, making it the third busiest airport in the country, after Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam and Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in Zanzibar. It is the largest airport in northern Tanzania by size and passenger volume.
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Live weather
HTKJNOTAMs
HTKJReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 11,811 ft / 3,600 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 120.100 MHz |
| APP | — | 119.900 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.600 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.100 MHz |
Navaids(4)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: E (from about 90°), on 40% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 80% | 4,711 ft | |
| Feb | 80% | 4,748 ft | |
| Mar | 64% | 4,674 ft | |
| Apr | 37% | 4,473 ft | |
| May | 28% | 4,214 ft | |
| Jun | 34% | 4,006 ft | |
| Jul | 36% | 3,939 ft | |
| Aug | 46% | 4,058 ft | |
| Sep | 61% | 4,288 ft | |
| Oct | 62% | 4,444 ft | |
| Nov | 59% | 4,563 ft | |
| Dec | 73% | 4,637 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~3,939–4,748 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kilimanjaro International Airport?
The ICAO code for Kilimanjaro International Airport is HTKJ, and its IATA code is JRO.
Where is Kilimanjaro International Airport located?
Kilimanjaro International Airport is large airport located in Arusha, Tanzania, at an elevation of 2,932 ft (894 m).
How many runways does Kilimanjaro International Airport have?
Kilimanjaro International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 11,811 ft / 3,600 m.
Which airlines fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Kilimanjaro International Airport include Air France, Delta Air Lines, Ethiopian Airlines, Fly Air, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Kenya Airways, among 12 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Kilimanjaro International Airport?
Historical data lists 9 nonstop destinations from Kilimanjaro International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Kilimanjaro International Airport in?
Kilimanjaro International Airport is in the Africa/Dar es Salaam time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kilimanjaro International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kilimanjaro International Airport is approximately 0.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kilimanjaro International Airport?
The nearest airport to Kilimanjaro International Airport is TPC Airport (TZ-0118), about 15.6 nm to the ese, followed by Moshi Airport and West Kilimanjaro Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kilimanjaro International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.