MZQ - Mkuze Airport
Mkuze, South Africa
IATA Code: MZQ · Mkuze, South Africa
The airport code MZQ is the IATA identifier for Mkuze Airport. You may also find it referred to as Mkuze Airport (MZQ).
Mkuze Airport (MZQ) serves Mkuze, South Africa, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
MZQ is the IATA airport code for Mkuze Airport, located in Mkuze, South Africa. The airport is situated at coordinates 27.6261°S, 32.0443°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
- MZQ
- City
- Mkuze
- Country
- South Africa
- Timezone
- Africa/Johannesburg
- Latitude
- -27.6261°
- Longitude
- 32.0443°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from MZQ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| PZL - Phinda | 36 km | $560 | $1/passenger |
| ULD - Ulundi | 99 km | $1,541 | $3/passenger |
| RCB - Richard'''s Bay | 124 km | $1,930 | $4/passenger |
| MTS - Manzini | 142 km | $2,211 | $4/passenger |
| SHO - Manzini | 145 km | $2,257 | $5/passenger |
| MPM - Maputo | 197 km | $3,067 | $6/passenger |
| IHC - Inhaca | 201 km | $3,129 | $6/passenger |
| NCS - Newcastle | 204 km | $3,176 | $6/passenger |
| DUR - Durban | 239 km | $3,721 | $7/passenger |
| LAY - Ladysmith | 249 km | $3,876 | $8/passenger |
| LLE - Malalane | 249 km | $3,876 | $8/passenger |
| VIR - Durban | 257 km | $4,001 | $8/passenger |
| NLP - Nelspruit | 262 km | $4,079 | $8/passenger |
| MQP - Mpumalanga | 266 km | $4,141 | $8/passenger |
| PZB - Pietermaritzburg | 276 km | $4,297 | $9/passenger |
| HRS - Harrismith | 296 km | $4,608 | $9/passenger |
| SZK - Skukuza | 300 km | $4,670 | $9/passenger |
| ZEC - Secunda | 310 km | $4,826 | $10/passenger |
| AAM - Malamala | 316 km | $4,919 | $10/passenger |
| ASS - Arathusa | 325 km | $5,060 | $10/passenger |
| HDS - Hoedspruit | 376 km | $5,854 | $12/passenger |
| MGH - Margate | 395 km | $6,149 | $12/passenger |
| JNB - Johannesburg | 411 km | $6,398 | $13/passenger |
| QRA - Johannesburg | 415 km | $6,461 | $13/passenger |
| PHW - Phalaborwa | 420 km | $6,539 | $13/passenger |
| FCB - Ficksburg | 426 km | $6,632 | $13/passenger |
| GCJ - Johannesburg | 428 km | $6,663 | $13/passenger |
| WKF - Waterkloof | 429 km | $6,679 | $13/passenger |
| PRY - Pretoria | 438 km | $6,819 | $14/passenger |
| HLA - Johannesburg | 450 km | $7,006 | $14/passenger |
| LTA - Tzaneen | 456 km | $7,099 | $14/passenger |
| MSU - Maseru | 484 km | $7,535 | $15/passenger |
| PTG - Potgietersrus | 494 km | $7,691 | $15/passenger |
| PCF - Potchefstroom | 502 km | $7,815 | $16/passenger |
| JOH - Port Saint Johns | 505 km | $7,862 | $16/passenger |
| KXE - Klerksdorp | 533 km | $8,298 | $17/passenger |
| INH - Inhambane | 536 km | $8,344 | $17/passenger |
| UTT - Umtata | 544 km | $8,469 | $17/passenger |
| NTY - Pilanesberg | 548 km | $8,531 | $17/passenger |
| BFN - Bloemfontein | 585 km | $9,107 | $18/passenger |
| ADY - Alldays | 627 km | $9,761 | $20/passenger |
| TLD - Tuli Lodge | 672 km | $10,462 | $21/passenger |
| MBD - Mafeking | 676 km | $10,524 | $21/passenger |
| UTW - Queenstown | 690 km | $10,742 | $21/passenger |
| GBE - Gaberone | 700 km | $10,898 | $22/passenger |
| VNX - Vilankulu | 705 km | $10,975 | $22/passenger |
| ELS - East London | 725 km | $11,287 | $23/passenger |
| KIM - Kimberley | 725 km | $11,287 | $23/passenger |
| VRU - Vryburg | 726 km | $11,302 | $23/passenger |
| BFO - Chiredzi | 737 km | $11,474 | $23/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your MZQ 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 MZQ
- 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 Mkuze
Mkuze 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 MZQ
MZQ 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 MZQ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Mkuze Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from MZQ
- 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 MZQ are PZL, ULD, RCB — consider these for potentially lower fares