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Koingnaas Airport (KIG)

Koingnaas, South Africa · small airport · -30.187° 17.283° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeKIG
ICAO Code
Typesmall airport
NameKoingnaas Airport
MunicipalityKoingnaas
CountrySouth Africa
ContinentAF
Latitude-30.187° S
Longitude17.283° E
Elevation228 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountrySouth Africa
ISO Code
RegionKoingnaas
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 KIG

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

🌡 Climate — Temperate (30.2°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

Koingnaas Airport (IATA: KIG) is a small airstrip serving the remote Namaqualand coastal town of Koingnaas in South Africa's Northern Cape. It primarily supports surrounding diamond-mining operations and private charter traffic rather than scheduled commercial airlines. The facility is basic, with limited passenger services, and sits near the Atlantic coast in a sparsely populated region.

💡 Local Tip
Coastal fog and strong winds often roll in during the morning, so if you have flexibility, plan departures for later in the day and keep a buffer for weather delays.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is in a remote area with no public transport or taxi rank at the field. Arrange a private transfer, company shuttle, or rental vehicle in advance, typically from Springbok or a nearby mining town. Allow extra travel time because access roads may be gravel and can be affected by rain, dust, or coastal fog.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the IATA code for Koingnaas Airport?
A: The IATA code is KIG. The airport serves Koingnaas in the Northern Cape, South Africa.

Q: Are there scheduled flights to Koingnaas Airport?
A: No, scheduled commercial flights are not normally available. The airport mainly handles private and charter flights linked to local mining and business operations.

Q: What facilities are available at Koingnaas Airport?
A: Expect only basic airfield facilities. There is no major terminal, and services such as car rental, shops, and public transport are not reliably available on site.

Q: How do I arrange a flight to Koingnaas?
A: Flights are usually arranged through charter operators or the mining/company you are visiting. Confirm permissions, landing fees, and ground transport well in advance.

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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

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KLZ Kleinsee Airport Kleinsee, South Africa 58.4 km 36.3 mi View →
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AGZ Aggeneys Airport Aggeneys, South Africa 178.9 km 111.1 mi View →
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