Rundu Airport
Daylight today(Oct 12, 2026, local time)
About 12h 26m 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 Rundu Airport
Rundu Airport is a medium airport in Rundu, Namibia (ICAO FYRU, IATA NDU). It sits at an elevation of 3,627 ft (1,106 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 11,004 ft / 3,354 m. It has scheduled commercial service and observes Africa/Luanda local time. The nearest airport is Calai Airport (AO-0037), about 5.9 nm to the ne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FYRUNOTAMs
FYRUReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 11,004 ft / 3,354 m | 98 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 4,806 ft / 1,465 m | 98 ft | Gvl | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 124.800 MHz |
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLD AREA OUTSIDE NW >FL145 | Class A | Controlled | FL145 | FL660 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Namibia 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: E (from about 90°), on 18% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 95% | 5,458 ft | |
| Feb | 95% | 5,339 ft | |
| Mar | 96% | 5,221 ft | |
| Apr | 99% | 5,109 ft | |
| May | 100% | 4,687 ft | |
| Jun | 100% | 4,285 ft | |
| Jul | 100% | 4,285 ft | |
| Aug | 100% | 4,805 ft | |
| Sep | 100% | 5,540 ft | |
| Oct | 100% | 5,881 ft | |
| Nov | 99% | 5,733 ft | |
| Dec | 97% | 5,532 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~4,285–5,881 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rundu Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Rundu Airport?
The ICAO code for Rundu Airport is FYRU, and its IATA code is NDU.
Where is Rundu Airport located?
Rundu Airport is medium airport located in Rundu, Namibia, at an elevation of 3,627 ft (1,106 m).
How many runways does Rundu Airport have?
Rundu Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 11,004 ft / 3,354 m.
Which airlines fly to Rundu Airport?
Airlines historically serving Rundu Airport include Air Namibia (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Rundu Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Rundu Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Rundu Airport in?
Rundu Airport is in the Africa/Luanda time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rundu Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rundu Airport is approximately 7.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rundu Airport?
The nearest airport to Rundu Airport is Calai Airport (AO-0037), about 5.9 nm to the ne, followed by Ndonga Linena Airstrip and Dirico Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rundu Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.