Arusha Airport
Arusha Airport is a medium-sized airport serving Arusha in northern Tanzania, a city well known as a gateway to safari country and to nearby business, tourism, and regional travel. It uses the codes ARK and HTAR, and its setting at 4,550 feet (1,387 metres) above sea level is worth noting for travellers, as the higher elevation can slightly affect weather feel, light conditions, and aircraft performance. For many visitors, the airport’s main appeal is convenience: it places you close to Arusha itself and within practical reach of the wider northern circuit.
About Arusha Airport
Arusha Airport is a medium-sized airport serving Arusha in northern Tanzania, a city well known as a gateway to safari country and to nearby business, tourism, and regional travel. It uses the codes ARK and HTAR, and its setting at 4,550 feet (1,387 metres) above sea level is worth noting for travellers, as the higher elevation can slightly affect weather feel, light conditions, and aircraft performance. For many visitors, the airport’s main appeal is convenience: it places you close to Arusha itself and within practical reach of the wider northern circuit.
Overview
Arusha Airport is a medium-sized airport serving Arusha in northern Tanzania, a city well known as a gateway to safari country and to nearby business, tourism, and regional travel. It uses the codes ARK and HTAR, and its setting at 4,550 feet (1,387 metres) above sea level is worth noting for travellers, as the higher elevation can slightly affect weather feel, light conditions, and aircraft performance. For many visitors, the airport’s main appeal is convenience: it places you close to Arusha itself and within practical reach of the wider northern circuit.
Key Facts
- Airport name: Arusha Airport
- Location served: Arusha, Tanzania
- IATA / ICAO: ARK / HTAR
- Airport type: medium airport
- Elevation: 4,550 ft (1,387 m)
- Runway: 09/27, 5,377 ft, bituminous surface
What Travellers Should Know
The airport operates in the Africa/Dar_es_Salaam time zone, so it is sensible to check your onward transport and meeting times carefully, especially if you are connecting with hotel pickups, safari departures, or regional road travel. Arusha’s climate and altitude can make mornings and evenings feel cooler than first-time visitors expect, so keeping a light layer handy is a good idea. With a single runway, numbered 09/27 and measuring 5,377 feet, the airport is built for practical regional access rather than the scale of a major intercontinental hub, which means travellers should plan for a straightforward, functional arrival experience and allow a little flexibility around schedules.
Routes
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FAQ
Arusha Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
3 common questions
- Arusha Airport is located in Arusha, Tanzania (Africa), at coordinates -3.370°, 36.680°.
- Its IATA code is ARK and its ICAO code is HTAR.
- Arusha Airport operates on Africa/Dar_es_Salaam local time.