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Xangongo Airport (XGN)

Xangongo, Angola · medium airport · -16.755° 14.965° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeXGN
ICAO CodeFNXA
Typemedium airport
NameXangongo Airport
MunicipalityXangongo
CountryAngola
ContinentAF
Latitude-16.755° S
Longitude14.965° E
Elevation3635 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score250
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryAngola
ISO Code
RegionXangongo
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Luanda
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+1
DST Offset
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving XGN

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (16.8°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Xangongo Airport (IATA: XGN, ICAO: FNXA) is a medium-sized airfield serving Xangongo, a town in Cunene Province, southern Angola. It lies near the Cunene River in a remote part of the country and mainly supports general aviation, charter, and occasional domestic or military movements rather than large scheduled airline service. Facilities are basic, so travelers should verify current operations before relying on it.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors confirm runway and weather conditions by phone before flying in, especially during the rainy season, because Xangongo Airport has limited on-site services and conditions can change quickly.
🚖 Getting There

Arrange ground transport in advance through your hotel, charter operator, or a local contact, as there is no reliable taxi rank or ride-hailing at the airport. Road conditions can deteriorate in the rainy season, so allow extra time and check the route if traveling to or from Ondjiva or the Namibian border. Fuel and service stops are limited, so plan accordingly.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport codes for Xangongo Airport?
A: The IATA code is XGN and the ICAO code is FNXA.

Q: Are there scheduled commercial flights to Xangongo?
A: Scheduled service is very limited or nonexistent; the airport primarily handles charter, private, and general aviation flights.

Q: How do I get from Xangongo Airport to the town?
A: The airport is close to Xangongo; taxis or pre-arranged private transfers are the usual options, though availability can be limited.

Q: Is the airport open 24 hours?
A: Operating hours and staffing can vary, so confirm with local operators or your charter company before arrival or departure.

AI-generated content · Generated Sep 30, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

IATANameCity / CountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Link
VPE Ngjiva Pereira Airport Ngiva, Angola 82.9 km 51.5 mi View →
OHI Oshakati Airport Oshakati, Namibia 139.6 km 86.7 mi View →
OND Ondangwa Airport Ondangwa, Namibia 163.0 km 101.3 mi View →
OPW Opuwa Airport Opuwa, Namibia 186.7 km 116.0 mi View →
SDD Lubango Mukanka International Airport Lubango, Angola 252.0 km 156.6 mi View →

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