International hub · Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume International
- Elevation
- 54 ft
- Coordinates
- 6°13′S 39°13′E
- Local time
- Africa/Dar es Salaam
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Field information
HTZA runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume International (HTZA/ZNZ) has one runway, 18/36, 9,915 ft (3,022 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 HTZA, 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
Zanzibar
Elevation
54 ft
Position
-6.2220, 39.2249
Traffic level
Medium
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 9
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · HTZA
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 9,915 ft (3,022 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at HTZA.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume International (HTZA / ZNZ) in Zanzibar, Tanzania, through one 24/7 OCC desk. HTZA 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 HTZA
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 HTZA
Direct FBO and handler coordination at HTZA covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at HTZA
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at HTZA is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to HTZA
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for HTZA: 6° 13′ 19″ S 39° 13′ 30″ E; elevation 54 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Zanzibar
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Zanzibar. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at HTZA.
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Cargo Operations at HTZA
Support for freighter operations into HTZA covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into HTZA?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume International — one desk for the whole trip.