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Kenieba Airport (KNZ)

Kenieba, Mali · small airport · 12.839° -11.253° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeKNZ
ICAO CodeGAKA
Typesmall airport
NameKenieba Airport
MunicipalityKenieba
CountryMali
ContinentAF
Latitude12.839° N
Longitude-11.253° W
Elevation449 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryMali
ISO Code
RegionKenieba
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Bamako
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+0
DST OffsetUTC+0
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 KNZ

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (12.8°N)

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

Kenieba Airport (IATA: KNZ, ICAO: GAKA) is a small airstrip serving Kenieba, a town in the Kayes Region of western Mali. Located near the Senegalese border, it primarily supports domestic flights and general aviation. The airport has minimal infrastructure, with a single runway and limited facilities.

💡 Local Tip
A frequent visitor tip: the airport has no reliable phone signal or Wi-Fi, so download offline maps and arrange your pickup before arrival.
🚖 Getting There

To reach Kenieba Airport, most travelers take a taxi or arrange a private car from Kenieba town, which is only a few kilometers away. Public transportation is scarce, so it's best to pre-arrange your ride. The roads may be unpaved, especially in the rainy season, so allow extra time.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines operate at Kenieba Airport?
A: There are no major airlines based at Kenieba Airport; it mainly serves charter and private flights. Domestic carriers may occasionally operate, but schedules are irregular.

Q: What facilities are available at Kenieba Airport?
A: Facilities are very basic, with no passenger terminal, shops, or restaurants. Travelers should not expect any services.

Q: How do I get from Kenieba Airport to the city center?
A: The airport is located a short distance from Kenieba town. Taxis or pre-arranged private transfers are the usual options, as public transport is limited.

Q: Is Kenieba Airport paved?
A: The runway surface is not widely documented, but small airports in the region often have unpaved or gravel runways. Check with local operators for current conditions.

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