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Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (FAKN/MQP) — Mpumalanga, South Africa

Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (FAKN/MQP) serves Mpumalanga, South Africa. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (05/23). Field elevation is 2829 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Frequencies 1/4
Operations 2/2
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: FAKN
  • Name: Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: -25.3832
  • Longitude: 31.1056
  • Elevation: 2829 ft
  • Country: South Africa
  • Municipality: Mpumalanga
  • IATA Code: MQP
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
  • Distance from City: 20.4 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 05/23

  • Designation: 05/23
  • Dimensions: 3100x45m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: PCR 560/F/B/X/U
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: DME, ILS, LOC
  • Approach Types: ILS, RNAV (GNSS), VOR
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 119.200 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: 119.200 MHz
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: MON-FRI 0500-1700, SAT 0500-1530, SUN 0700-1700

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: +27 82 233 9600 3
  • Admin Tel: +27137537500
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: +27137512917
  • Website: www.kmiairport.co.za
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

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

Customs

  • Open: 0500
  • Close: 1700
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: Yes
  • Remarks: MON-FRI: 0500 - 1700 (After HR call out) SAT: 0500 - 1530 (After HR call out) SUN: 0700 - 1700 (After HR call out)

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A
  • Fuel Type: AVGAS
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Customs: MON-FRI: 0500 - 1700 (After HR call out) SAT: 0500 - 1530 (After HR call out) SUN: 0700 - 1700 (After HR call out)

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Airport Services

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South Africa Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: Conditional
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 2 working days notification
  • Landing Lead Time: 3 working days / 72 hours (official); 5 business days recommended
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require advance notification. Customs at designated international airports.

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Active NOTAMs

A2831/26 critical
Aerodrome closed
AD CLSD.
2026-07-25 15:00:00 2026-07-26 06:00:00
A2838/26 critical
Aerodrome closed
AD CLSD TO FIXED WING TFC. CONTROL GRASS BURNING TAKING PLACE. PILOT TO EXP POOR VIS.
2026-07-24 11:30:37 Until further notice
A2837/26 warning
Aerodrome restriction
AD OPR.
2026-07-24 11:10:33 Until further notice

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of FAKN?
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport operates from 05:00 to 17:00.
What is the tower frequency at FAKN?
The tower frequency at Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is 119.2 MHz.
What fuel is available at FAKN?
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport offers JET A1, AVGAS.
Does FAKN require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (South Africa).
Is customs available at FAKN?
Yes, customs at Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is available from 0500 to 1700.
Where is FAKN located?
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (FAKN) is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa.
What is the IATA code for FAKN?
The IATA code for Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is MQP.
How long is the runway at FAKN?
The main runway at Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (05/23) measures 3100x45m.
Does FAKN have an ILS approach?
Yes, Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 05/23.
Is FAKN a port of entry?
Yes, Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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