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Tanzania has several airports, including three international airports with good international connections from most major cities in Europe and North America. The most common access points are Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar es Salaam) on the coast, Kilimanjaro International Airport in the north-east, and Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (Zanzibar). These airports serve as entry points to the country's famous national parks and reserves, such as the Serengeti, Kilimanjaro, and Zanzibar. The choice of airport depends on the traveller's circuit and holiday preferences.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Number of international airports | 3 |
| Names of international airports | Julius Nyerere International Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport, Abeid Amani Karume International Airport |
| Location of international airports | Dar es Salaam, between Arusha and Moshi, Zanzibar |
| Airlines that fly to Tanzania | Qatar Airways, Delta Airlines, KLM, Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, British Airways |
| Number of domestic airports | 27 (excluding Zanzibar) |
| Authorities that operate the airports | Tanzania Airports Authority (TAA), Zanzibar Airports Authority |
| Number of airlines operating at Julius Nyerere International Airport | 20 |
| Number of destinations served by the airlines at Julius Nyerere International Airport | 22 |
| Cargo moved by air in Tanzania in 2021 | 4.36 million ton-kilometers |
| Largest airline in Tanzania | Coastal Aviation |
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What You'll Learn
Julius Nyerere International Airport
Tanzania has three international airports, including Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA). The airport is named after the first president of Tanzania, Julius Nyerere. It is located in Dar es Salaam and is the best airport for those travelling to the city or the Southern Safari Circuit, including Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous) and Ruaha National Park.
The airport is served by numerous airlines, including European ones. It handles about 2.5 million passengers per year.
The Tanzania Airports Authority (TAA) operates all airports in the country, including Julius Nyerere International Airport. In February 2022, the TAA announced plans to develop a four-star hotel and commercial complex at the airport.
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Kilimanjaro International Airport
The airport is served by several European airlines, including KLM, Delta Airlines, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Airlines. There are no direct flights from the UK to Tanzania; however, connections through Europe are straightforward. The airport has a runway almost 12,000 feet long, which can accommodate large aircraft such as Boeing 747s.
In recent years, the airport has undergone renovations to improve its capacity and facilities. These improvements aim to enhance the airport's ability to handle international traffic and provide better services to aviation stakeholders and tourists visiting Tanzania.
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Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Airport
The airport is a short distance from the centre of Zanzibar City and is connected to the city by Nyerere Road. The beautiful beaches and most hotels can be found on the east side of the island in areas such as Nungwi, Matemwe, Kiwengwa, Paje, and Jambiani.
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Arusha Airport
Tanzania has three international airports, with Kilimanjaro International Airport being the most common entry point for tourists. However, Arusha Airport is a small domestic airport located in the Olasiti ward of Arusha, the capital of the Arusha Region of Tanzania. The airport is currently undergoing an expansion, which includes a new apron and terminal building. It was constructed in 1953 by Colonel Grey, a prominent coffee and sorghum farmer in Mateves.
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Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
JKIA is easily accessible via the new 2022 expressway, which connects travellers to the airport without the hassle of turns or traffic from the city. Additionally, passengers can utilise the city Bus Route Number 34 or take the rail link to central Nairobi, which began operations in December 2020. The airport is situated on Airport South Road, which can be conveniently accessed from the A109 highway (Mombasa Road).
In terms of passenger traffic, JKIA is a significant hub, accounting for over 70% of overall passenger traffic in Kenya in 2016. It served more than 7 million passengers that year, with domestic travellers making up 40% of the total. The Kenyan government has ambitious plans for the airport, targeting an annual capacity of over 25 million passengers by 2025 through the expansion of JKIA's terminals.
The history of JKIA includes notable incidents such as the crash of Lufthansa Flight 540 in 1970, which resulted in 59 fatalities out of 157 passengers and crew onboard. Another incident occurred in 1989 when a Boeing 707 aircraft operated by Somali Airlines overran the wet runway during takeoff and crashed into a rice field, fortunately without any casualties. More recently, in 2015, a Fokker 50 aircraft experienced landing gear failure, leading to a temporary closure of the airport, but fortunately, all six people onboard escaped injury.
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Frequently asked questions
The three international airports in Tanzania are:
- Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), serving Dar es Salaam.
- Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), the most common entry point to Tanzania.
- Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), located just outside Stone Town, Zanzibar's capital.
Julius Nyerere International Airport is the biggest airport in Tanzania, with an annual capacity of handling 500,000 passengers.
Tanzania is a vast country with varying road conditions, and 4x4 transport is required for most areas. Self-drive is not recommended, and it is advisable to consult a tour operator to help organise flights and transfers.
