Kamembe Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 3m 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 Kamembe Airport
Kamembe International Airport,, is an airport in Rwanda. RwandAir operates a Dash 8-Q400 with seven flights per week to and from Kigali International Airport. The airport receives charter flights from Tanzania, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, though not on a regular schedule. During the Rwandan Civil War, Kamembe airport was suggested as a site for transiting French arms to the interim government after April 1994.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
HRZANOTAMs
HRZAReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | 4,921 ft / 1,500 m | 148 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 120.700 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KAMEMBE | Class D | ATZ | GND | 9000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Rwanda airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
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: ESE (from about 112.5°), on 15% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 54% | 7,072 ft | |
| Feb | 64% | 7,080 ft | |
| Mar | 64% | 7,084 ft | |
| Apr | 62% | 7,117 ft | |
| May | 82% | 7,176 ft | |
| Jun | 82% | 7,124 ft | |
| Jul | 85% | 7,198 ft | |
| Aug | 72% | 7,198 ft | |
| Sep | 64% | 7,080 ft | |
| Oct | 61% | 7,117 ft | |
| Nov | 41% | 6,961 ft | |
| Dec | 52% | 7,027 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~6,961–7,198 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 6,880 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 6,873 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Kamembe Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kamembe Airport?
The ICAO code for Kamembe Airport is HRZA, and its IATA code is KME.
Where is Kamembe Airport located?
Kamembe Airport is medium airport located in Kamembe, Rwanda, at an elevation of 5,192 ft (1,583 m).
How many runways does Kamembe Airport have?
Kamembe Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,921 ft / 1,500 m.
Which airlines fly to Kamembe Airport?
Airlines historically serving Kamembe Airport include Rwandair Express (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Kamembe Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Kamembe Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Kamembe Airport in?
Kamembe Airport is in the Africa/Kigali time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kamembe Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kamembe Airport is approximately 1.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kamembe Airport?
The nearest airport to Kamembe Airport is Bukavu Kavumu Airport (BKY), about 11 nm to the nnw, followed by Bulongo Kigogo Airport and Butare Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kamembe Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.