Mkuze Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 10h 33m 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 Mkuze Airport
Mkuze, also named Mkhuze or uMkhuze is a small town in Northern KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is located approximately 350 km from the city of Durban. It is along the N2 road en route to Johannesburg, Eswatini and Mozambique; between the Mkuze River and Intaba Yemikhovu (Ghost Mountain). Mkuze is some distance from other small towns such as Hluhluwe (50 km), Nongoma (76 km), Pongola (65 km), and Jozini (25 km). Mkuze is the seat of Umkhanyakude District Municipality.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Mkuze Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: FALM.
Live weather
FALMLive 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35▸ displaced | 6,070 ft / 1,850 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mkuze Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Mkuze Airport?
The ICAO code for Mkuze Airport is FAMU, and its IATA code is MZQ.
Where is Mkuze Airport located?
Mkuze Airport is medium airport located in Mkuze, South Africa, at an elevation of 400 ft (122 m).
How many runways does Mkuze Airport have?
Mkuze Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,070 ft / 1,850 m.
What time zone is Mkuze Airport in?
Mkuze Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mkuze Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mkuze Airport is approximately 24.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mkuze Airport?
The nearest airport to Mkuze Airport is Jozini Airport (ZA-0067), about 17.2 nm to the nne, followed by Zulu Inyala Airport and Lavumisa Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mkuze Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.