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Kilimanjaro international airport is an international airport located in Hai District, Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania. The airpost is located between Arusha and Moshi town specifically to feed those two tourists centre, it can handle about 802,731 passengers in 2014. This is the largest airport in northern of Tanzania country for local and international fligts
BackGroundThis ports was special designated as the Africa wilder heritage gateway was officially inaugurated in December 1971 and covers close to 110 km square. It was the first international airport to be privatized in Africa in 1998 and is currently operated by Kilimanjaro airports development company (KADCO), a company that is fully owned by the government of Tanzania. The airport is located between two regions of Kilimanjaro and Arusha in the northern Tanzania. Arusha and Kilimanjaro are famous regions of tourism, investment opportunities and daily business activities because of their economic potentialities and unique tourist attractions. The regions are also popular due to the presence of tanzanite which are among the most precious gemstone and can only be found in mererani hills situated just few miles from the airport. The gemstone turned up in the year 1962 and gained its popularity in 1968, it’s highly demanded for its multi-color appearance as well as its limited availability.
The airport can handle aircraft as large as Boeing 747s and antonoy 124s despite its small size. The airport can serve up to 800,000 passengers. According to the records of 2014, total number of 802,731 passengers was recorded, of whom 38 percent were domestic, and 45 percent were international and 17 percent transit. The airport underwent major renovation from 2015 after the government of Tanzania signed a grant contract with the government of Netherlands the previous year. The airport plays a big role in tourism industry by making it easy for visitors travelling to Lake Manyara national park, Tarangire national park, Arusha national park, Serengeti national park, Ngorongoro conservation area, and all other hot spot near the airport.
There are various hotels that are found near the airport, the hotels are best for those with early departures and don’t want to risk by staying in Arusha or Moshi. The hotels may not be the best if you are looking for five star hotels with spectacular views but they still offer great services and can be very helpful for a rushing person. Just 6.8km away from the airport is the panone hotel; ithas a good number of amenities including a bar, restaurant and garden. Another hotel is KIA lodge just 4 minutes’ drive from the airport which also offers good services including free breakfast buffet as well as free Wi-Fi and a good swimming pool.
VISA/ IMMIGRATION
RESTAURANTS AND WI-FI AVAILABILITY
Within the airport building there are 2 bars that serve snacks and drinks, one just before you go through the security and the other in the departure lounge. Wi-Fi services are available for free but not very much reliable.
TANZANIA CURRENCY EXCHANGE AND ATM MACHINES
ATM machines are available 24 hours in the airport but we advise you to check your bank’s daily withdrawal limit, and its daily fee schedule especially if you are an international traveller. There is a currency exchange desk if you wish to change cash into Tanzania shillings or change back into your currency the remaining notes before departure.
KILIMANJARO AIRPORT TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The airport is located 40km East/ southeast of Arusha and 30km west/southwest on coordinates (03o 25’S, 37o 42’E) built in a 109 km sq. estate. Runaway: 3600 meter long tarmac/11835ft. 45m VOR and DME
The nearest airport for those who wish to hike Mount Kilimanjaro is Kilimanjaro International Airport. The main starting point of hiking Mount Kilimanjaro is Moshi town which is 45 km from the airport, and takes only 40 minutes’ drive to get there. The airport is situated south west of Mount Kilimanjaro.
JRO is a code given by IATA (INTERNATIONAL AIR TRANSPORT ASSOCIATION), ICAO (INTERNATIONAL CIVIL AVIATION ORGANIZATION) and FAA (FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION). IATA and ICAO are two main international aviation associations which MODULATE the field of air transportation worldwide. IATA mainly presents and promotes the rights of its members which are mostly major airlines, and ICAO is a branch of the United Nations which in coordination with civil aviation bodies like FAA introduces various regulations, rules and limitation for the airline companies. All these agencies ensures smooth operation of air transportation worldwide , and in order to do that there has to be perfect communication among them hence the common abbreviations and acr onyms like JRO .
Yes Tanzania reopened its borders in May 2021 for all international visitors. All travellers will be required to provide a covid -19 negative test certificate.
The distance from Moshi to the airport is 35km and takes about 40 minute drive, travel time will depend on the traffic condition which is usually not bad.
The taxi services from Kilimanjaro international airport to Moshi is usually 50USD while from the airport to Arusha is 60 USD. But all our Tanzania safari radar guests will be picked from the airport by our guide/driver.
Smoking room is available at the terminal building. The room is situated at the departure lounge on second floor.
Check in time is determined by your airline but mostly ranges from 30 – 40 minutes before departure time.
