Large airport · Mpaka, Eswatini
King Mswati III International Airport
King Mswati III International Airport, is the primary international airport serving Eswatini. Its IATA code is SHO. Its ICAO code is FDSK. It has 1 runway, longest 11,811 ft (ASP). Elevation 1,092 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Mpaka, Eswatini |
|---|---|
| IATA code | SHO |
| ICAO code | FDSK |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 11,811 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 1,092 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 26.3586° S, 31.7169° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What King Mswati III International Airport is known for
King Mswati III International Airport, is the primary international airport serving Eswatini.
History
It replaced Matsapha Airport in 2014 as the only international airport in Eswatini that caters to commercial flights.
Official website: https://www.eswacaa.co.sz/kmiii-airport/ — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
National parks near this airport
National parks close to King Mswati III International Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Hlane Royal National Park · Eswatini · 12.6 miles away
- Maputo National Park · Mozambique · 67.7 miles away
- Sodwana Bay National Park · South Africa · 100.3 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is King Mswati III International Airport?
King Mswati III International Airport, is the primary international airport serving Eswatini.
What is the airport code for King Mswati III International Airport?
King Mswati III International Airport — its IATA code is SHO and its ICAO code is FDSK.
Where is King Mswati III International Airport located?
King Mswati III International Airport serves Mpaka, Eswatini. Its coordinates are 26.3586° S, 31.7169° E.
What is the history of King Mswati III International Airport?
It replaced Matsapha Airport in 2014 as the only international airport in Eswatini that caters to commercial flights.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#308033
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_Mswati_III_International_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.