Arusha Airport – ARK Arusha

Arusha Airport is a public airport that is serving the city of Arusha in Tanzania. It is owned by the government of Tanzania and is operated by the Tanzania Airports Authority. Six airlines are operating at the airport serving scheduled flights to the domestic areas such as Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam. It also serves as the hub for Air Excel and Regional Air. The airport is currently going through an expansion, that includes a new terminal building and a new apron. 142,224 passengers were served by the airport during the year 2014, a 4.68% decrease compared to 2013.

Best Time to Visit

Arusha Airport is consisting of a 5,315 feet single runway and a passenger terminal. Several restaurants, bars, and coffee shops are also available at the airport. From ARK Arusha Airport,travelers can visit the green city of Tanzania, Arusha. The lush and green environment will give you a refreshing and cool feeling. Arushais also the gateway to the different safari parks in Tanzania. Passengers can travel thru bus to cities or towns nearby the ARK Airport such as the Kingori, Usa And Nkoanrua.

What to Do & Area Attractions

Arusha Coffee Lodge is an accommodation located in Arusha. The place offers elegant rooms with beautiful garden views. It also boasts its outdoor pool and restaurant where guests can relax and dine. A terrace and free on-site parking are also available in Arusha Coffee Lodge.Some other ARK Arusha hotels and accommodations close to the airport are S.G. Premium Resortand Ilboru Safari Lodge.All accommodations offer airport shuttle service. 

Kilimanjaro International Airportis another airport that offers public air transportation in Arusha.