Airports Near Tanga
The closest airports to Tanga, TZ: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Tanga, TZ is Tanga Airport (TGT), about 2 mi (4 km) away — roughly 8 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Mombasa Moi International Airport (MBA).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TGT | Tanga AirportTanga, Tanzania | 2 mi / 4 km | 8 min | Regional |
| PMA | Pemba AirportChake, Tanzania | 51 mi / 82 km | 1 hr 31 min | Regional |
| MBA | Mombasa Moi International AirportMombasa, Kenya | 79 mi / 127 km | 1 hr 50 min | International |
| ZNZ | Zanzibar AirportKiembi Samaki, Tanzania | 80 mi / 129 km | 1 hr 52 min | Regional |
| DAR | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International AirportDar es Salaam, Tanzania | 126 mi / 202 km | 2 hr 55 min | International |
| MYD | Malindi AirportMalindi, Kenya | 145 mi / 233 km | 3 hr 22 min | Regional |
| ILU | Kilaguni AirportKilaguni, Kenya | 165 mi / 266 km | 3 hr 51 min | Regional |
| QSI | Moshi AirportMoshi, Tanzania | 170 mi / 273 km | 3 hr 57 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Tanga Airport (TGT) is the most convenient at about 2 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Mombasa Moi International Airport (MBA) (79 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Tanga. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with TGT.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near TGT saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Tanga is Tanga Airport (TGT), about 2 mi (4 km) away — roughly 8 min by road.