Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Tanzania

HTZAZNZ

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport

Zanzibar, Tanzania

ICAO

HTZA

IATA

ZNZ

Category

International Hub

Elevation

54 ft

Country

Tanzania

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at HTZA

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (HTZA / ZNZ) in Zanzibar, Tanzania, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

HTZA is listed in our network as an international hub with medium traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

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.

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.

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at HTZA

Fuel on record at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport: Jet fuel & Avgas. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

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; local time UTC+3.

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.

Cargo Operations at HTZA

Support for freighter operations into HTZA covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport

Latitude
6° 13′ 19″ S
Longitude
39° 13′ 30″ E
ICAO code
HTZA
IATA code
ZNZ
Municipality
Zanzibar
Timezone
UTC+3
Traffic
Medium
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To ZNZ?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for HTZA.

Submit flight inquiry for HTZA

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – HTZA

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Abeid Amani Karume International Airport?

The ICAO code is HTZA and the IATA code is ZNZ.

Is Jet A1 available at HTZA?

Yes. Fuel on record at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is Jet fuel & Avgas; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at HTZA?

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does HTZA operate in?

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport operates on UTC+3.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for HTZA?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for HTZA.