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Ukunda Airstrip

Ukunda, Kenya

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Ukunda Airstrip

Ukunda, Kenya
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Destinations
HKUK
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98 ft
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Coastal Kenya's gateway to Diani Beach and the Indian Ocean.

Location
Ukunda, Kenya
Ukunda Airstrip is a small domestic airport serving the coastal town of Ukunda in Kwale County, Kenya. It functions primarily as the air access point for Diani Beach, one of Kenya's most popular beach resort destinations, located just a short drive from the strip. The airstrip handles scheduled and charter flights connecting Ukunda to Nairobi's Wilson Airport and other regional Kenyan destinations. It plays an important role in Kenya's domestic tourism infrastructure, linking the south coast to the capital and other tourist hubs. Due to its small size, the facility has limited infrastructure and is not equipped to handle large commercial jets. Operations are dominated by light aircraft and small turboprops operated by Kenyan domestic carriers.
Terminals
The airstrip has a single basic terminal building suited to low-volume domestic passenger operations.
Getting to & from
Taxis and tuk-tuks are the primary ground transport options linking the airstrip to Diani Beach and surrounding hotels, approximately 5–10 minutes away.
Airlines here
Safarilink Aviation and Fly540 have operated scheduled services at Ukunda, connecting it primarily to Nairobi Wilson Airport.
Notable facts
  • ›Ukunda Airstrip serves as the main air gateway to Diani Beach, consistently rated among Africa's best beaches.
  • ›The airstrip's IATA code is UKA and ICAO code is HKUK.
  • ›It is located in Kwale County on Kenya's south coast.
  • ›The runway is suitable only for light aircraft and small turboprops.
  • ›It is one of several small coastal airstrips managed under Kenya's domestic aviation network.
Wikipedia
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Gateway to the sun-drenched shores of Kenya's south coast

Ukunda Airstrip is a small domestic airfield serving the coastal resort town of Ukunda and the popular Diani Beach area in Kwale County, Kenya. It functions primarily as a feeder airport connecting beach tourists with Nairobi and Mombasa via light aircraft and scheduled safari air services. Its compact, no-frills character reflects the laid-back coastal atmosphere it serves.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single small terminal building handling arrivals and departures for domestic light-aircraft and charter operations.
Ground Transport
  • Tuk-tuks available directly outside the airstrip for short hops to Diani Beach hotels
  • Taxis and private hire cars bookable through hotels and local operators
  • Matatus (shared minibuses) running along the Ukunda–Diani Beach road
  • Hotel shuttle transfers pre-arranged through resort bookings
Nearby Hotels
  • Leopard Beach Resort & Spa
  • Baobab Beach Resort & Spa
  • AfricaPoint Diani Beach Hotel
  • Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa
  • The Sands at Nomad
Dining

The airstrip itself has minimal onsite dining facilities, so travellers should not expect a full restaurant experience before departure. Diani Beach and Ukunda town centre, both within a short tuk-tuk ride, offer a wide range of seafood restaurants, casual beach bars, and local Swahili eateries. Most hotels in the area provide dining options that can accommodate early-morning flight schedules.

Traveller Tips
  • Confirm your flight time directly with the operator the evening before, as schedules on light-aircraft routes can shift.
  • Carry cash in Kenyan shillings for tuk-tuks and local transport, as card acceptance is limited near the airstrip.
  • Luggage allowances on light aircraft are strictly enforced — typically 15 kg checked plus a small carry-on.
  • Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure as check-in is informal but boarding can happen quickly on small aircraft.

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Route map (1 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

Flightline
B5
Fly Air
F2

Routes

UKA → WILB5 · BE1
UKA → WILF2 · DH8
UKA → WILP2 · DH8

Aircraft operating here

DH82 routesBE11 routes
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Ukunda Airport
Encyclopaedia

Ukunda Airport is a regional airport near Diani Beach in Kwale County, Kenya. The airport serves the local areas of Diani, Ukunda, Tiwi and Msambweni. The airport is unofficially known as Diani airport.

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