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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).

CodeAirportDistanceTransferType
TGTTanga AirportTanga, Tanzania2 mi / 4 km8 minRegional
PMAPemba AirportChake, Tanzania51 mi / 82 km1 hr 31 minRegional
MBAMombasa Moi International AirportMombasa, Kenya79 mi / 127 km1 hr 50 minInternational
ZNZZanzibar AirportKiembi Samaki, Tanzania80 mi / 129 km1 hr 52 minRegional
DARMwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International AirportDar es Salaam, Tanzania126 mi / 202 km2 hr 55 minInternational
MYDMalindi AirportMalindi, Kenya145 mi / 233 km3 hr 22 minRegional
ILUKilaguni AirportKilaguni, Kenya165 mi / 266 km3 hr 51 minRegional
QSIMoshi AirportMoshi, Tanzania170 mi / 273 km3 hr 57 minRegional

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.

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