São Tomé & Príncipe · International airport
São Tomé International Airport (TMS)
São Tomé International Airport is an international airport serving São Tomé (Água Grande District), São Tomé & Príncipe. Its IATA code is TMS and its ICAO code is FPST. It has one runway, 2,220 m long.
- IATATMS
- ICAOFPST
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- TMS
- ICAO code
- FPST
- City
- São Tomé
- Region / province
- Água Grande District
- Country / territory
- São Tomé & Príncipe
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 0.3782° N, 6.7122° E
- Elevation
- 10 m (33 ft)
- Time zone
- Africa/Sao Tome (UTC)estimated from location
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 2,220 m (7,283 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 2,220 m7,283 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
11,223 km
Direct flight: ≈ 14 h 30 min
Hanoi (HAN)
10,934 km
Direct flight: ≈ 14 h 10 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
11,085 km
Direct flight: ≈ 14 h 20 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Tower TWR | 118.900 MHz |
Air freight to and from São Tomé International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and São Tomé through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in São Tomé & Príncipe
São Tomé International Airport is the only airport in São Tomé & Príncipe in our directory.
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of São Tomé International Airport?
The IATA code of São Tomé International Airport is TMS and its ICAO code is FPST. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is São Tomé International Airport located?
São Tomé International Airport is in São Tomé, Água Grande District, São Tomé & Príncipe, at coordinates 0.3782° N, 6.7122° E and an elevation of 10 m (33 ft).
How far is São Tomé International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from São Tomé International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 11,085 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 10,934 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 11,223 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 14 h 20 min.
How long is the runway at São Tomé International Airport?
The longest runway at São Tomé International Airport is 2,220 m (7,283 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has one runway in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from São Tomé International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and São Tomé International Airport (TMS) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.