Large airport · Mbombela, South Africa
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
The airport terminal is almost entirely covered by a thatched roof, making it the largest thatched structure in Africa, covering approximately 7,350 m2 (79,100 ft2). Its IATA code is MQP. Its ICAO code is FAKN. It has 1 runway, longest 10,171 ft (ASP). Elevation 2,829 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Mbombela, South Africa |
|---|---|
| IATA code | MQP |
| ICAO code | FAKN |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 10,171 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 2,829 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 25.3833° S, 31.1053° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is known for
The airport terminal is almost entirely covered by a thatched roof, making it the largest thatched structure in Africa, covering approximately 7,350 m2 (79,100 ft2).
History
The airport opened on 21 October 2002, replacing the smaller Nelspruit Airport.
Official website: https://kmiairport.co.za — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
Landmarks near this airport
Famous landmarks close to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site LandmarkProfiles.
- Kruger National Park · South Africa · 98.7 miles away
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Hlane Royal National Park · Eswatini · 76.9 miles away
- Greater Kruger National Park · South Africa · 97.7 miles away
- Letaba Ranch Provincial Park · South Africa · 117.5 miles away
- Limpopo National Park · Mozambique · 123.1 miles away
- Maputo National Park · Mozambique · 130.5 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport?
The airport terminal is almost entirely covered by a thatched roof, making it the largest thatched structure in Africa, covering approximately 7,350 m2 (79,100 ft2).
What is the airport code for Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport?
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport — its IATA code is MQP and its ICAO code is FAKN.
Where is Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport located?
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport serves Mbombela, South Africa. Its coordinates are 25.3833° S, 31.1053° E.
What is the history of Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport?
The airport opened on 21 October 2002, replacing the smaller Nelspruit Airport.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#2795
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kruger_Mpumalanga_International_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.