AME · · Alto Molocue Airport

Alto Molocue Airport (AME)

Alto Molocue, Mozambique · small airport · -15.610° 37.681° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeAME
ICAO Code
Typesmall airport
NameAlto Molocue Airport
MunicipalityAlto Molocue
CountryMozambique
ContinentAF
Latitude-15.610° S
Longitude37.681° E
Elevation1950 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryMozambique
ISO Code
RegionAlto Molocue
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Maputo
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+2
DST OffsetUTC+2
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving AME

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (15.6°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

AI-Enhanced Insights

Alto Molocue Airport (IATA: AME) is a small airfield serving the town of Alto Molocue in the Zambezia Province of northern Mozambique. It primarily supports light aircraft and charter operations serving the surrounding rural district, which is known for agriculture and is near the foothills of Mount Namuli. The airport plays a modest but important role in connecting remote communities in the region to larger transportation hubs.

💡 Local Tip
If visiting the area, ask locals about guided hikes up Mount Namuli nearby, as the region is a hotspot for biodiversity research and offers stunning views of the surrounding highlands.
🚖 Getting There

Reaching Alto Molocue Airport typically requires ground transport from the town center, which is only a short distance away. Roads in the area can be rough, especially during the rainy season, so a 4x4 vehicle is recommended for the journey. Most travelers arrive via private or chartered aircraft from larger airports such as Nampula or Quelimane.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Alto Molocue Airport?
A: The IATA code is AME.

Q: Where is Alto Molocue Airport located?
A: It is located near the town of Alto Molocue in Zambezia Province, northern Mozambique.

Q: What types of aircraft use this airport?
A: As a small airport, it primarily serves light aircraft and charter flights rather than commercial airliners.

Q: Is Alto Molocue Airport open to international flights?
A: No, it is a small domestic airfield without regular international scheduled service.

AI-generated content · Generated Jun 27, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

IATANameCity / CountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Link
VJQ Gurue Airport Gurue, Mozambique 74.9 km 46.6 mi View →
FXO Cuamba Airport Cuamba, Mozambique 151.9 km 94.4 mi View →
APL Nampula Airport Nampula, Mozambique 180.5 km 112.2 mi View →
MJS Maganja da Costa Airport Maganja, Mozambique 189.8 km 118.0 mi View →
PEB Pebane Airport Pebane, Mozambique 192.4 km 119.5 mi View →

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