International hub · Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Kilimanjaro International
- Elevation
- 2,932 ft
- Coordinates
- 3°26′S 37°04′E
- Local time
- Africa/Dar es Salaam
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Field information
HTKJ runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Kilimanjaro International (HTKJ/JRO) has one runway, 09/27, 11,811 ft (3,600 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 9. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at HTKJ, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Dar es Salaam
Country
Tanzania
TZ
Municipality
Arusha
Elevation
2,932 ft
Position
-3.4270, 37.0735
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 9
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · HTKJ
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 11,811 ft (3,600 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at HTKJ.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Kilimanjaro International (HTKJ / JRO) in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, through one 24/7 OCC desk. HTKJ is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at HTKJ
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Tanzania
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Tanzania. Applicable permit lead times for Tanzania are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Tanzania are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at HTKJ
Direct FBO and handler coordination at HTKJ covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at HTKJ
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at HTKJ is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to HTKJ
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for HTKJ: 3° 25′ 37″ S 37° 4′ 25″ E; elevation 2932 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Kilimanjaro
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Kilimanjaro. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at HTKJ.
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Cargo Operations at HTKJ
Support for freighter operations into HTKJ covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into HTKJ?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Kilimanjaro International — one desk for the whole trip.