KMP - Keetmanshoop Airport
Keetmanshoop, Namibia
IATA Code: KMP · Keetmanshoop, Namibia
The airport code KMP is the IATA identifier for Keetmanshoop Airport. You may also find it referred to as Keetmanshoop Airport (KMP).
Keetmanshoop Airport (KMP) serves Keetmanshoop, Namibia, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
KMP is the IATA airport code for Keetmanshoop Airport, located in Keetmanshoop, Namibia. The airport is situated at coordinates 26.5398°S, 18.1114°E. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)
$5.56/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- KMP
- City
- Keetmanshoop
- Country
- Namibia
- Timezone
- Africa/Windhoek
- Latitude
- -26.5398°
- Longitude
- 18.1114°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from KMP
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALJ - Alexander Bay | 275 km | $4,281 | $9/passenger |
| OMD - Oranjemund | 280 km | $4,359 | $9/passenger |
| LUD - Luderitz | 286 km | $4,452 | $9/passenger |
| AGZ - Aggeneys | 313 km | $4,873 | $10/passenger |
| SBU - Springbok | 351 km | $5,464 | $11/passenger |
| KLZ - Kleinsee | 364 km | $5,667 | $11/passenger |
| UTN - Upington | 373 km | $5,807 | $12/passenger |
| ERS - Windhoek | 449 km | $6,990 | $14/passenger |
| WDH - Windhoek | 456 km | $7,099 | $14/passenger |
| SIS - Sishen | 499 km | $7,768 | $16/passenger |
| WVB - Walvis Bay | 528 km | $8,220 | $16/passenger |
| KMH - Kuruman | 535 km | $8,329 | $17/passenger |
| ADI - Arandis | 553 km | $8,609 | $17/passenger |
| SWP - Swakopmund | 561 km | $8,734 | $17/passenger |
| LMR - Lime Acres | 563 km | $8,765 | $18/passenger |
| VRE - Vredendal | 569 km | $8,858 | $18/passenger |
| GNZ - Ghanzi | 648 km | $10,088 | $20/passenger |
| VRU - Vryburg | 659 km | $10,259 | $21/passenger |
| JWA - Jwaneng | 694 km | $10,804 | $22/passenger |
| OTJ - Otjiwarongo | 695 km | $10,820 | $22/passenger |
| KIM - Kimberley | 702 km | $10,929 | $22/passenger |
| SDB - Langebaanweg | 715 km | $11,131 | $22/passenger |
| MBD - Mafeking | 747 km | $11,629 | $23/passenger |
| GFY - Grootfontein | 771 km | $12,003 | $24/passenger |
| TSB - Tsumeb | 810 km | $12,610 | $25/passenger |
| GBE - Gaberone | 814 km | $12,672 | $25/passenger |
| CPT - Cape Town | 827 km | $12,875 | $26/passenger |
| ROD - Robertson | 827 km | $12,875 | $26/passenger |
| OKF - Okaukuejo | 852 km | $13,264 | $27/passenger |
| BFN - Bloemfontein | 854 km | $13,295 | $27/passenger |
| KXE - Klerksdorp | 856 km | $13,326 | $27/passenger |
| OKU - Mokuti Lodge | 866 km | $13,482 | $27/passenger |
| OUH - Oudtshoorn | 878 km | $13,669 | $27/passenger |
| PCF - Potchefstroom | 892 km | $13,887 | $28/passenger |
| MUB - Maun | 910 km | $14,167 | $28/passenger |
| OVG - Overberg | 914 km | $14,229 | $28/passenger |
| NTY - Pilanesberg | 916 km | $14,260 | $29/passenger |
| GRJ - George | 926 km | $14,416 | $29/passenger |
| ORP - Orapa | 938 km | $14,603 | $29/passenger |
| NDU - Rundu | 969 km | $15,085 | $30/passenger |
| PBZ - Plettenberg Bay | 977 km | $15,210 | $30/passenger |
| HLA - Johannesburg | 981 km | $15,272 | $31/passenger |
| MSU - Maseru | 982 km | $15,288 | $31/passenger |
| SWX - Shakawe | 985 km | $15,334 | $31/passenger |
| OND - Ondangwa | 988 km | $15,381 | $31/passenger |
| FCB - Ficksburg | 997 km | $15,521 | $31/passenger |
| QRA - Johannesburg | 1,000 km | $15,568 | $31/passenger |
| GCJ - Johannesburg | 1,002 km | $15,599 | $31/passenger |
| KHW - Khwai River | 1,006 km | $15,661 | $31/passenger |
| JNB - Johannesburg | 1,011 km | $15,739 | $31/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your KMP Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from KMP
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Keetmanshoop
Keetmanshoop enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through KMP
KMP operates within the African fuel pricing region. Aviation infrastructure across Africa has seen significant investment in recent years, with many airports modernizing facilities to accommodate growing passenger numbers. Travelers should verify visa requirements, vaccination certificates (particularly yellow fever), and currency exchange options before arrival.
Planning Your Trip via KMP
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Keetmanshoop Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from KMP
- Fuel impact awareness: The Africa region currently prices jet fuel at $5.56/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to KMP are ALJ, OMD, LUD — consider these for potentially lower fares