Kimberley Airport
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About Kimberley Airport
Kimberley Airport (IATA: KIM, ICAO: FAKM) is an airport located in the Northern Cape province that serves Kimberley, the capital city of the province and its surrounding areas. It was established in 1912. The airport is approximately 6.5 kilometers (12 minutes) away from the centre of Kimberley. Annually, the airport handles around 170,000 passengers and 7400 flights. Airlines Airlink and CemAir provides regular domestic flights in South Africa between Cape Town International Airport and Johannesburg–O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
FAKMLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | 9,843 ft / 3,000 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28 | 8,002 ft / 2,439 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | BLOEMFONTEIN APP | 119.400 MHz |
| GTE | APRON | 122.650 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.600 MHz |
Services & operations
Kimberley Airport handles approximately 15,500 air-traffic movements a year.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(13)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY W64 UPPER | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL195 |
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY A402 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY W95 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| TMA FAKM C | Class C | Controlled | FL085 | FL145 |
| TMA FAKM A | Class C | Controlled | 5500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| CTR FAKM | Class C | CTR | GND | 5500 ft MSL |
| TMA FAKM G | Class C | Controlled | FL085 | FL145 |
| CTA FABL | Class C | CTA | FL145 | FL195 |
| TMA FAKM B | Class C | Controlled | FL085 | FL145 |
| JOHANNESBURG WEST | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
| JOHANNESBURG CENTRAL | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
| CENTRAL SUMMER GLIDING | Special use | Gliding sector | GND | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all South Africa airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Telkom Tower | 771 ft | 3,980 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 4,229 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Kimberley Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kimberley Airport?
The ICAO code for Kimberley Airport is FAKM, and its IATA code is KIM.
Where is Kimberley Airport located?
Kimberley Airport is large airport located in Kimberley, South Africa, at an elevation of 3,950 ft (1,204 m).
How many runways does Kimberley Airport have?
Kimberley Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 9,843 ft / 3,000 m.
Which airlines fly to Kimberley Airport?
Airlines historically serving Kimberley Airport include South African Airways (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Kimberley Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Kimberley Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Kimberley Airport in?
Kimberley Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kimberley Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kimberley Airport is approximately 23.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kimberley Airport?
The nearest airport to Kimberley Airport is John Weston Airport (ZA-0045), about 6.7 nm to the nw, followed by Modderrivier Airport and Jacobsdal Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kimberley Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.