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Londolozi Airport (LDZ)

Londolozi, South Africa · small airport · -24.748° 31.474° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeLDZ
ICAO CodeFALD
Typesmall airport
NameLondolozi Airport
MunicipalityLondolozi
CountrySouth Africa
ContinentAF
Latitude-24.748° S
Longitude31.474° E
Elevation1300 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountrySouth Africa
ISO Code
RegionLondolozi
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 LDZ

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

🌡 Climate — Temperate (24.7°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

Londolozi Airport (LDZ/FALD) is a private bush airstrip serving Londolozi Private Game Reserve in the Sabi Sand Wildtuin, Mpumalanga, South Africa. Located near the Sand River and adjoining Kruger National Park, it handles light charter aircraft bringing guests to the reserve’s safari lodges. The strip is simple and bush-style, with arrivals coordinated by the lodges rather than commercial terminal services.

💡 Local Tip
Pack soft bags and keep luggage within light-aircraft limits—space is tight, and hard cases may need to be stored or repacked before boarding. Keep a camera accessible for the short transfer, as wildlife sightings can happen before you reach camp.
🚖 Getting There

Arrivals are normally met by Londolozi staff and transferred by open safari vehicle or closed vehicle to the relevant camp. There are no taxis, rental cars, or public shuttles at the strip, so all road transfers should be pre-arranged. If self-driving, confirm the route and gate access with the reserve in advance, as Sabi Sand is a private reserve with controlled entry.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Londolozi Airport?
A: No scheduled airlines serve LDZ; access is by private or charter light aircraft, typically arranged through Londolozi or a safari operator.

Q: What are the airport codes for Londolozi Airport?
A: The IATA code is LDZ and the ICAO code is FALD.

Q: Do I need permission to land at Londolozi Airport?
A: Yes, it is a private airstrip; prior permission and slot coordination are required, usually handled by the lodge or charter company.

Q: How far is the airport from the lodge?
A: The airstrip is within the Londolozi reserve, so transfers to camps are short game-drive transfers, often 10–20 minutes depending on the camp and wildlife.

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