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Aggeneys Airport (AGZ)

Aggeneys, South Africa · medium airport · -29.282° 18.814° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeAGZ
ICAO CodeFAAG
Typemedium airport
NameAggeneys Airport
MunicipalityAggeneys
CountrySouth Africa
ContinentAF
Latitude-29.282° S
Longitude18.814° E
Elevation2648 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score250
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountrySouth Africa
ISO Code
RegionAggeneys
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+2
DST OffsetUTC+2
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 AGZ

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

🌡 Climate — Temperate (29.3°S)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Aggeneys Airport (IATA: AGZ, ICAO: FAAG) is a medium-sized airfield serving the remote mining town of Aggeneys in South Africa's Northern Cape. Located in the arid Namaqualand region near the Black Mountain Mine, it primarily supports mining, charter, and private operations rather than scheduled airline service. Its isolated setting makes it a key access point for the surrounding zinc-lead-silver mining area.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors confirm fuel availability and after-hours access directly with the airport or mining operator before departure, as FAAG is remote and ground services can be limited.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is a short drive from Aggeneys, but there is no public transport, taxi rank, or rideshare at the field. Pre-arrange a mine vehicle, charter transfer, or rental car pickup before arrival. For self-drive, the N14 and R355 link to Springbok and Upington, though distances are long and fuel stops are sparse.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Aggeneys Airport?
A: There is no regular scheduled passenger airline service; the airport mainly handles charter, private, and mining-related flights.

Q: How far is Aggeneys Airport from the town?
A: The airport is just outside Aggeneys, typically a short drive from the town and mine area.

Q: Are there car rentals or taxis at the airport?
A: No, there are no public taxis or rental car desks at the field; visitors should arrange ground transport in advance.

Q: What facilities are available at FAAG?
A: Facilities are basic and focused on airfield operations, so do not expect a full commercial terminal; confirm services with your operator.
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