Overview
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is the second-busiest airport in Tanzania, after Dar es Salaam International Airport. It is located in Horombo, 43 kilometre's east of Arusha, and is the main gateway to the northern tourist circuit of Tanzania, which includes the Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, and Mount Kilimanjaro. JRO is a relatively small airport, with only one terminal. The terminal is divided into two sections: the international section and the domestic section. The airport offers direct flights to major cities in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.
The airport is owned by the Government of Tanzania and operated by Kilimanjaro Airports Development Company (KADCO), a company mandated to manage and operate Kilimanjaro International Airport with a mission of developing modern infrastructure, facilities and providing better airport services. Kilimanjaro International Airport currently operates a 3600m x 45m runaway that is an east west oriented (RWY 09/27). Predominant winds in the area usually dictates a west to east approach and take off. The runaway has Cat II ILS landing system, and the runway is capable of handling big commercial aircraft. At present the ILS is only available runway 09 however, there are plans to upgrade the ILS to have it available on both approaches.
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Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Tanzania |
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Province or District |
Kilimanjaro |
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Nearest Town or City |
Moshi (42k) |
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Airport’s Complete Name |
Kilimanjaro international Airport |
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Latitude |
-3.42443 |
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Longitude |
37.064952 |
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Elevation (ft and m) |
2932.0 ft / 894 m |
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IATA Code |
JRO |
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ICAO Code |
HTJK |
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Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Kilimanjaro Airports Development Company (KADCO) |
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Management Contact Person |
Christine G Mwakatobe |
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Open From (hours) |
24 hrs |
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Open To (hours) |
24 hrs |
Airport Picture
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Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Kilimanjaro Airports Development Company (KADCO) is responsible for management and development of the airport.
Swissport manages the cargo terminal and provides Passenger Services, Ramp Handling and Cargo Handling service.
National Aviation Services (NAS) also provide provides Passenger Services, Ramp Handling and Cargo Handling service.
Total Energies, Puma Energy and Lake Oil provide refuelling services at KIA.
For more information on airport contacts, provides Passenger Services, Ramp Handling and Cargo Handling service.please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
The airport can experience congestion during peak periods, especially during the tourist season. This can lead to delays in check-in, immigration, and baggage claim.
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Performance for FY 2022/23 |
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Per Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
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Total Aircraft Movements |
22,715 |
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Total Passengers |
929,553 |
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Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
N/A |
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Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
N/A |
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Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
N/A |
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Ground handling services at the airport are provided by Swiss Port Tanzania, Equity Aviation and National Aviation Services (NAS). Swiss Port offers passenger services such as check-in and boarding, arrival and transfer services, baggage handling, cargo handling, temperature-controlled storage facilities and ground transportation services.
Runways
There is a single all weather asphalt runway meeting ICAO standards at Kilimanjaro Int. Airport (KIA) due to the prevailing winds from the east this means 09 is the most used runway, as such it takes the most ware and tare. The first 700m were resurfaced in 2023 to repair the damage due to constant use. Runway 09 is also the approach with the ILS however the airport plans to upgrade the ILS to both approaches in the future.
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Runway #1 |
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Runway Dimensions |
3600 x 45 meters |
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Orientation |
09/27 |
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Surface |
Tarmac |
Helicopter Pad(s)
There are no dedicated Helipads at KIA however, the ramp area is large and can accommodate all sizes or helicopters.
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Helipad #1 |
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Present |
No |
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Largest Helicopter that can Land |
AN 26 |
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Width and Length (m) |
N/A |
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Surface |
General aviation hard stand |
Airport Infrastructure Details
KIA has a single passenger Terminal divide for International and domestic traffic.
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Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
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Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
No |
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Terminal Building |
Yes 1 |
Single Point Refueling |
No |
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Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
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Cargo terminal |
YES |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
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Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
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Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
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Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
9 |
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Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
Yes |
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Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
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Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
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NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
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ILS |
Yes |
Airport Operating Details
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Operating Details |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
B747-400 /An124 |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
B747-400/ An124 |
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Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
640m2 |
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Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
367m2 Dry 130m2 export |
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Handling Equipment |
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Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
Max Capacity (MT) |
15mt |
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Max Height (m) |
Height of 747 |
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Loading Ramps |
Yes |
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Other Comments |
Cold chain 256m2 vegetables 384m2 flower |
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Customs Guidance
Customs and immigration services are available 24/7 at the airport, passengers can apply for visas online and Customs administration is a paperless operation on the Tanzania Customs Integrated System (TANCIS) Import procedures have to be followed in order to clear goods as per the East African Community Customs Management Act (EACCMA) 2004.
For more information on customs, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Storage Facilities
KIA has a large hanger facility with approx. 7400 m2 of hangar space and approx. 7500m2 of private apron. Cargo terminal has 450 m2 for dry goods and 500 m2 of temperature-controlled storage rated down to 0 degrees centigrade with two refer container storage for goods requiring lower temperature.
Airfield Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES
Current handling charges available at this link: https://www.kilimanjaroairport.go.tz/pages/airport-charges
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Charges |
Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) |
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0 - 7,000 |
7,001 - 136,000 |
136,001 and over |
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Navigation (per journey) USD - $ |
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Landing USD - $ |
$5 per ton |
$5 per ton |
$5 per ton |
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Night Landing USD - $ |
30% of landing charges |
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Night Take-Off USD - $ |
30% of landing charges if the AC parks for more than 1 hour |
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Parking |
0-20 kg $5 per 12 hours |
20-60 Kg $5 per 6 hours |
60+ Kg $5 per hour |
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Handling Charges |
Pass $ 2025 up to 200ton Cargo $2660 up to 200ton |
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FUEL SERVICES CHARGES
There are two fuel farms providing sufficient storage to meet fluctuating demands during the hight of tourist season. Fuel services are provided by Total Energies, Puma Energies and Lake Oil.
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Price per Litre USD - $ |
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Jet A-1 |
Contracted to customer agreements. Puma Contact no 0689882424 commercial manager Puma and Total providing fuel services |
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Avgas |
N/A |
CARGO TERMINAL CHARGES
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Import Charges |
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Type of Charge |
Rate USD - $ per kg |
Comments |
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Handling Charge |
$0.08 per kg import Min $20 Export $0.08 |
General cargo |
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Break Bulk Fee |
$53 Export $.110 per MAWB $22 HAWBS |
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Diplomatic Mail |
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Strong Room – per consignment |
$ 90 export security surcharge $0.60 per KG export min $60 |
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Cold Storage Fee |
$0.110 import extended Room temp (ERT) Per Kg Chiller $0.130 min $23 import |
Perishable $0.055 |
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Delivery Outside Normal Working Hours |
N/A |
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Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt |
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Storage per Day |
$ 0.05 per kg per day Import Min $ 20 |
4 days |
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Export |
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Handling Charges – Un-palletized Cargo |
$0.08 per kg |
General cargo min $20 |
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International Air Waybill |
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Local Air Waybill |
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Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation |
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Air Way Bill Documentation |
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Diplomatic Mail |
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Storage Charges per Day |
$0.05 per kg Import min $20 general cargo |
Dangerous goods $0.18 per kg |
AIR-BRIDGE CHARGES
No air Bridges available
Security
Security is provided by private security personnel and Airport Police and the airport is surrounded by a fence. All passengers and luggage are scanned on entry to the airport. Only passengers with valid tickets can enter the airport without authorisation from the Management and Airport police, visitor must display a badge indication the level of access they have been granted ( Only Red Badges are for Air side access) and visitors are escorted.
