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Mwanza Airport

Mwanza Airport (HTMW/MWZ) serves Mwanza, Tanzania, United Republic of. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (12/30). Field elevation is 3763 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 1/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 5/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: HTMW
  • Name: Mwanza Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Uncategorized
  • Latitude: -2.44449
  • Longitude: 32.932701
  • Elevation: 3763 ft
  • Country: Tanzania, United Republic of
  • Municipality: Mwanza
  • IATA Code: MWZ
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: N/A
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 12/30

  • Designation: 12/30
  • Dimensions: 3113x45m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: VOR/DME, NDB
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 123.100 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: 123.100 MHz
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; TAA regulated approx USD 6/ton
  • Parking Fee: USD 3/ton per 24h
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: TZS
  • Remarks: Mwanza Airport. Lake Victoria southern shore. TAA operated. Gateway to Serengeti western corridor.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Puma Energy or Oryx. Limited availability; pre-arrange for large volumes.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: International airport. Visa on arrival (USD 50). Yellow fever certificate from endemic areas. Lake Victoria region.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: %H:%i
  • Curfew End: %H:%i
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: No curfew. Lake Victoria weather effects. Altitude 3,763 ft. Serengeti safari access.

Airport Services

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Tanzania, United Republic of Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 5d Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure
  • Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require permits with same fees and validity.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at HTMW?
The tower frequency at Mwanza Airport is 123.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at HTMW?
Mwanza Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does HTMW require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Mwanza Airport (Tanzania, United Republic of).