Abeid Amani Karume International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
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About Abeid Amani Karume International Airport
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is the main airport in the Zanzibar Archipelago located on Unguja Island, Zanzibar, Tanzania. It is approximately 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) south of Zanzibar City, the capital of Zanzibar, and has flights to East Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. It was previously known as Kisauni Airport and Zanzibar International Airport. It was renamed in 2010 in honour of Abeid Amani Karume (1905–1972), the island's first president.
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Live weather
HTZANOTAMs
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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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 9,915 ft / 3,022 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | Zanzibar Approach | 121.200 MHz |
| ATIS | — | 126.400 MHz |
| GND | Zanzibar Ground | 121.700 MHz |
| TWR | Zanzibar Tower | 121.200 MHz |
Navaids(1)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: S (from about 180°), on 15% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 87% | 1,698 ft | |
| Feb | 89% | 1,759 ft | |
| Mar | 87% | 1,722 ft | |
| Apr | 77% | 1,579 ft | |
| May | 86% | 1,431 ft | |
| Jun | 91% | 1,275 ft | |
| Jul | 91% | 1,148 ft | |
| Aug | 90% | 1,148 ft | |
| Sep | 91% | 1,238 ft | |
| Oct | 85% | 1,423 ft | |
| Nov | 85% | 1,579 ft | |
| Dec | 86% | 1,698 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,148–1,759 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Abeid Amani Karume International Airport?
The ICAO code for Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is HTZA, and its IATA code is ZNZ.
Where is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport located?
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is large airport located in Zanzibar, Tanzania, at an elevation of 54 ft (16 m).
How many runways does Abeid Amani Karume International Airport have?
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,915 ft / 3,022 m.
Which airlines fly to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Abeid Amani Karume International Airport include Condor Flugdienst, Ethiopian Airlines, Fly540, Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, Mango, among 8 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport?
Historical data lists 7 nonstop destinations from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in?
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is in the Africa/Dar es Salaam time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is approximately 2.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Abeid Amani Karume International Airport?
The nearest airport to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is Sanzale Airport (TZ-0136), about 25.5 nm to the sw, followed by Saadani Airport and Matipwili Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.