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Polokwane International Airport (PTG)
Polokwane International Airport is an international airport serving Polokwane (Limpopo), South Africa. Its IATA code is PTG and its ICAO code is FAPP. It has 2 runways, the longest 2,560 m long.
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- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- PTG
- ICAO code
- FAPP
- City
- Polokwane
- Region / province
- Limpopo
- Country / territory
- South Africa
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 23.8453° S, 29.4586° E
- Elevation
- 1,242 m (4,076 ft)
- Time zone
- Africa/Johannesburg (UTC+02:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 2,560 m (8,400 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 2,560 m8,400 ft | Asphalt |
| 05/23 | 2,320 m7,612 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)
9,626 km
Direct flight: ≈ 12 h 30 min
Hanoi (HAN)
9,658 km
Direct flight: ≈ 12 h 35 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
9,220 km
Direct flight: ≈ 12 h
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Tower TWR | 124.300 MHz |
Air freight to and from Polokwane International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Polokwane 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 South Africa
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport | MQP | 239 km |
| Lanseria International Airport | HLA | 279 km |
| O.R. Tambo International Airport | JNB | 283 km |
| Mmabatho International Airport | MBD | 450 km |
| King Shaka International Airport | DUR | 662 km |
| Bram Fischer International Airport | BFN | 663 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Polokwane International Airport?
The IATA code of Polokwane International Airport is PTG and its ICAO code is FAPP. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Polokwane International Airport located?
Polokwane International Airport is in Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa, at coordinates 23.8453° S, 29.4586° E and an elevation of 1,242 m (4,076 ft).
How far is Polokwane International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Polokwane International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 9,220 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 9,658 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 9,626 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 12 h.
How long is the runway at Polokwane International Airport?
The longest runway at Polokwane International Airport is 2,560 m (8,400 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has 2 runways in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Polokwane International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Polokwane International Airport (PTG) 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.