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Matsapha Intl (FDMS/MTS) — Manzini, Eswatini
Matsapha Intl (FDMS/MTS) serves Manzini, Eswatini. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (07/25). Field elevation is 2075 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Runways
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Frequencies
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Operations
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Fuel
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Contacts
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: FDMS
- Name: Matsapha Intl
- Type: medium_airport
- Category: Domestic
- Latitude: -26.528999
- Longitude: 31.307501
- Elevation: 2075 ft
- Country: Eswatini
- Municipality: Manzini
- IATA Code: MTS
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: N/A
- Timezone: Africa/Mbabane
- Distance from City: 7.6 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 07/25
- Designation: 07/25
- Dimensions: 8530 X 148
- Surface: ASP
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
- Approach Types: N/A
- Remarks: N/A
Frequencies
- Tower: 124.900 MHz
- Ground: 121.700 MHz
- Operations: 124.900 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: N/A
- ATIS: N/A
Operation Hours
Monday
N/A
Tuesday
N/A
Wednesday
N/A
Thursday
N/A
Friday
N/A
Saturday
N/A
Sunday
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: http://www.eswacaa.co.sz/airports/matsapha/index.php
- Remarks: N/A
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: N/A
- Remarks: N/A
Fees
- Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx SZL 200/ton
- Parking Fee: SZL 100/ton per 24h
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: SZL
- Remarks: ESWACAA fees. King Mswati III International opened 2014.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: Jet A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-02-18
- Remarks: Limited fuel suppliers. Confirm availability before dispatch.
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: No
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: International airport. Many nationalities visa-free for short stays. Small but modern terminal.
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: N/A
- Remarks: No curfew. Modern airport. Subtropical highland climate.
Alternates
FANS
- ICAO: FANS
- Name: Nelspruit
- Distance (NM): 65.3
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: No
- Immigration Remarks: N/A
FQMA
- ICAO: FQMA
- Name: Maputo
- Distance (NM): 77.3
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: International airport. GENDEC required (ICAO standard). Visa on arrival available for many nationalities (USD 50). Landing permit required for GA/private flights.
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What is the tower frequency at FDMS?
- The tower frequency at Matsapha Intl is 124.9 MHz.
- What fuel is available at FDMS?
- Matsapha Intl offers Jet A-1.
- Where is FDMS located?
- Matsapha Intl (FDMS) is located in Manzini, Eswatini.
- What is the IATA code for FDMS?
- The IATA code for Matsapha Intl is MTS.
- How long is the runway at FDMS?
- The main runway at Matsapha Intl (07/25) measures 8530 X 148.
- Is FDMS a port of entry?
- Yes, Matsapha Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.