KBA · GFKB · Kabala Airport

Kabala Airport (KBA)

Kabala, Sierra Leone · small airport · 9.638° -11.516° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeKBA
ICAO CodeGFKB
Typesmall airport
NameKabala Airport
MunicipalityKabala
CountrySierra Leone
ContinentAF
Latitude9.638° N
Longitude-11.516° W
Elevation1012 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountrySierra Leone
ISO Code
RegionKabala
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Freetown
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+0
DST OffsetUTC+0
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 KBA

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (9.6°N)

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

Kabala Airport (KBA) is a small regional airfield serving the town of Kabala, the capital of Koinadugu District in the Northern Province of Sierra Leone. Nestled in the country's hilly northern interior, the airport provides vital air access to a remote region otherwise reachable only by long, winding roads through the Loma Mountains and Wara Wara Hills. The facility primarily supports light aircraft and occasional charter or humanitarian flights linking Kabala to Freetown's Lungi International Airport.

💡 Local Tip
If visiting Kabala, take time to explore the nearby Wara Wara Hills and Loma Mountains — the region's stunning highland scenery and traditional Temne and Kuranko villages are some of Sierra Leone's best-kept cultural and natural treasures.
🚖 Getting There

Getting to and from Kabala Airport typically requires a private vehicle or motorbike, as there is no public transit serving the small airfield. Kabala's town center is only a short drive away, with local taxis and okadas (motorbike taxis) readily available. Road conditions can be challenging during the rainy season, so allow extra travel time if visiting between May and October.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is Kabala Airport located?
A: Kabala Airport is located near the town of Kabala in the Koinadugu District of Sierra Leone's Northern Province, approximately 9.638°N, 11.516°W.

Q: What type of flights operate from Kabala Airport?
A: The airport handles primarily light aircraft, charter flights, and occasional humanitarian or government flights, as it does not serve scheduled commercial passenger service.

Q: How far is Kabala Airport from the town center?
A: The airport lies just a few kilometers outside Kabala town, making it a short drive to and from the local area.

Q: Are there facilities at Kabala Airport for travelers?
A: Facilities are minimal, as the airport is small and primarily serves general aviation; travelers should arrange ground transport and accommodations in advance.
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