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King Mswati III International Airport (SHO) Guide

King Mswati III International Airport serves Mpaka, Eswatini (Swaziland). It supports scheduled passenger service. IATA code SHO. ICAO code FDSK.

IATA SHO ICAO FDSK Mpaka, Eswatini (Swaziland)
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Quick Facts

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IATA
SHO
ICAO
FDSK
City
Mpaka
Country
Eswatini (Swaziland)
Airport type
large airport
Scheduled service
Yes
Coordinates
-26.3586, 31.7169
Elevation
1,092 ft

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Restaurants near King Mswati III International Airport

Closest places to eat around the airport, by distance.

Espinho Restaurant And Bar

Plot 136/180 Flame Tree Park, Siteki L300 Eswatini (Swaziland)

5.0/5
25.2 km away 2 reviews

Tree Tops Game Resort

Mr16, Big Bend Eswatini (Swaziland)

35.5 km away

C'est La Vie - Eswatini

Manzini Lifestyle Center Top Floor, Manzini M200 Eswatini (Swaziland)

36.3 km away

RocoGo Manzini

Shop 16 Manzini Lifestyle Centre, 2871 Ngwane Street, Manzini M200 Eswatini (Swaziland)

5.0/5
36.3 km away 2 reviews

The George Hotel

Ngwane Street, Manzini M200 Eswatini (Swaziland)

4.0/5
36.4 km away 1 reviews

Gil Vicente Portuguese restaurant

Ngwane Street Makhaya Convenience Center, Manzini H100 Eswatini (Swaziland)

4.5/5
36.5 km away 41 reviews

Panarottis

2871 Ngwane Street Manzini Lifestyle Centre, Manzini M200 Eswatini (Swaziland)

5.0/5
36.5 km away 1 reviews

Milky Lane Manzini

2871 Ngwane Street, Manzini M200 Eswatini (Swaziland)

36.5 km away

Hotels near King Mswati III International Airport

Closest places to stay around the airport, by distance.

Wanakah Estate Guesthouse

Off Ramp Road To Sikhuphe Airport Next to Sulutane Primary School, Mpaka L301 Eswatini (Swaziland)

4.3 km away

Hlane Royal National Park - Caravan Park

Simunye District, Hlane Royal National Park Eswatini (Swaziland)

4.0/5
19.3 km away 40 reviews

Ndlovu Camp

Hlane Royal National Park Eswatini (Swaziland)

4.0/5
19.4 km away 176 reviews

Hlane Royal National Park

MR3, Siteki M204 Eswatini (Swaziland)

4.5/5
19.5 km away 6 reviews

Buckswood Hilltops

Hill Top Farm, Siteki L300 Eswatini (Swaziland)

4.0/5
21.5 km away 6 reviews

Wanakah Estate Guest House

Off Ramp Road To Sikhuphe Airport Next to Sulutane Primary School, Mpaka L301 Eswatini (Swaziland)

21.9 km away

Esilulwini Country Lodge

MR8 MT Route Sphofaneni, Manzini M200 Eswatini (Swaziland)

22.9 km away

Mabuda Farms

Mabuda Farm,Mabuda Ave,Siteki PO Box 218, Siteki L300 Eswatini (Swaziland)

4.5/5
25.7 km away 59 reviews

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How to get from King Mswati III International Airport

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01 Taxi
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02 Car rental
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03 Public transport
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04 Airport transfer
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05 Distance to city center
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Parking at King Mswati III International Airport

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Runways & Technical Info

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Runways

02 / 20
11,811 ft · 197 ft wide · ASP
Lighted Open

Frequencies

APP
Sikhuphe Aproach Control

128.000 MHz

GND
Sikhuphe Ground Control

121.800 MHz

TWR
Sikhuphe Tower

118.550 MHz

Traveler Comments about King Mswati III International Airport

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Chris Francis

2026-06-03

4/5

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Tas

2026-06-01

5/5

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julie vermooten

2026-05-30 · EN

5/5

Very efficient airport

vaughan carlsson

2026-05-28

4/5

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Sakhile Vilakati

2026-05-26

4/5

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Hermien Pieterse

2026-05-24 · EN

5/5

Great experience. Very clean and easy entry

Marius Steffens

2026-05-17 · EN

5/5

One of the nicest international airports in Africa. Well organized, clean, friendly and safe

Fitzgerald Graham

2026-05-12 · EN

5/5

KM III is a small airport so everything is that much faster. You get a great airport experience in less time.

FAQ

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What is the IATA code for King Mswati III International Airport?

The IATA code for King Mswati III International Airport is SHO.

Where is King Mswati III International Airport located?

King Mswati III International Airport is located in Mpaka, SZ-LU, Eswatini (Swaziland).

Can I view airport photos before my trip?

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Can I open King Mswati III International Airport in Google Maps?

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How can I check arrivals and departures?

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What is the ICAO code for King Mswati III International Airport?

The ICAO code for King Mswati III International Airport is FDSK.