King Mswati III International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 10h 38m 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 King Mswati III International Airport
King Mswati III International Airport, is the primary international airport serving Eswatini. It replaced Matsapha Airport in 2014 as the only international airport in Eswatini that caters to commercial flights. It is designed to handle 360,000 passengers per year. The airport was initially named Sikhuphe International Airport in the planning and construction phase.
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Live weather
FDSKLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | 11,811 ft / 3,600 m | 197 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | Sikhuphe Aproach Control | 128.000 MHz |
| GND | Sikhuphe Ground Control | 121.800 MHz |
| TWR | Sikhuphe Tower | 118.550 MHz |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from King Mswati III International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for King Mswati III International Airport?
The ICAO code for King Mswati III International Airport is FDSK, and its IATA code is SHO.
Where is King Mswati III International Airport located?
King Mswati III International Airport is large airport located in Mpaka, Eswatini, at an elevation of 1,092 ft (333 m).
How many runways does King Mswati III International Airport have?
King Mswati III International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 11,811 ft / 3,600 m.
What time zone is King Mswati III International Airport in?
King Mswati III International Airport is in the Africa/Mbabane time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at King Mswati III International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at King Mswati III International Airport is approximately 22.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near King Mswati III International Airport?
The nearest airport to King Mswati III International Airport is Siteki Airport (FDST), about 13.9 nm to the ese, followed by Simunye Airport and Tambankulu Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. King Mswati III International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.