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NLP

Nelspruit

Nelspruit, South Africa

🏷️IATANLP
📍CityNelspruit
📞Helpline+27 13 750 2800
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, R538, Mattaffin, 1200, South Africa
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ℹ️ About Nelspruit

Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA) was opened in 2002. It is operated by KMIA SOC Ltd.

The airport serves as a gateway to the Kruger National Park and the surrounding region. In 2019, the airport handled approximately 280,000 passengers.

The IATA code is NLP.

🏢 Terminals

Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA) has one main terminal building. This terminal handles both domestic and international flights.

The terminal has 14 check-in desks and 4 gates. The terminal building covers an area of 6,600 square meters.

The airport has a capacity of approximately 800,000 passengers per year.

🚗 How to Reach Nelspruit Airport
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Taxi/Cab
Taxis are available outside the terminal building. Expect to pay around ZAR 350-450 for a ride to Nelspruit city center.
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Distance
Approximately 27 km from Nelspruit city center, about 25-30 minutes without traffic.
🛎️ Airport Facilities
Lounges
There are no dedicated lounges at Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport.
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Food & Dining
Wimpy, a Spur restaurant, and a coffee shop are available.
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Shopping
Several curio shops and a duty-free store are present.
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Connectivity
Paid WiFi is available.
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Banking
ATMs are available.
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Other
A smoking area is located outside the terminal.
🅿️ Parking

Types: Short-term and long-term parking are available. Rates: Short-term parking is ZAR 20 for the first hour, ZAR 50 for 3 hours, and ZAR 90 per day. Long-term parking is ZAR 70 per day. Pre-booking: Not available.

💡 Tips for Travellers
1
Consider pre-booking airport transfers with local shuttle services for potentially better rates than on-demand taxis.
2
Check the airport's website for any special offers or discounts on parking.
3
Allow extra time during peak tourist seasons (especially school holidays) due to increased passenger traffic.
4
Purchase a local SIM card upon arrival to save on roaming charges and easily access ride-hailing apps.
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