Mwanza International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 4m 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 Mwanza International Airport
Mwanza Airport is a major regional airport in northern Tanzania serving the city of Mwanza. It is located near the southern shores of Lake Victoria approximately 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) from the city. It serves as the main hub for Auric Air and a secondary hub for Precision Air.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
HTMWNOTAMs
HTMWReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30▸ displaced | 10,212 ft / 3,113 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 123.100 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 123.100 MHz |
Navaids(2)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: ESE (from about 112.5°), on 19% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 94% | 5,389 ft | |
| Feb | 95% | 5,492 ft | |
| Mar | 94% | 5,496 ft | |
| Apr | 91% | 5,455 ft | |
| May | 95% | 5,426 ft | |
| Jun | 98% | 5,352 ft | |
| Jul | 99% | 5,418 ft | |
| Aug | 98% | 5,426 ft | |
| Sep | 97% | 5,544 ft | |
| Oct | 95% | 5,544 ft | |
| Nov | 93% | 5,537 ft | |
| Dec | 92% | 5,418 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~5,352–5,544 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mwanza International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Mwanza International Airport?
The ICAO code for Mwanza International Airport is HTMW, and its IATA code is MWZ.
Where is Mwanza International Airport located?
Mwanza International Airport is large airport located in Mwanza, Tanzania, at an elevation of 3,763 ft (1,147 m).
How many runways does Mwanza International Airport have?
Mwanza International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 10,212 ft / 3,113 m.
Which airlines fly to Mwanza International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Mwanza International Airport include Kenya Airways, Precision Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Mwanza International Airport?
Historical data lists 4 nonstop destinations from Mwanza International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Mwanza International Airport in?
Mwanza International Airport is in the Africa/Dar es Salaam time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mwanza International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mwanza International Airport is approximately 0.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mwanza International Airport?
The nearest airport to Mwanza International Airport is Nansio Airport (HTUK), about 25.4 nm to the nne, followed by Alliance Airstrip and Mchauru Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mwanza International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.