Kasane International Airport (FBKE)
Large airport · Kasane, Chobe District, Botswana
Airport data
| Name | Kasane International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | FBKE |
| IATA | BBK |
| Elevation | 3,289 ft (1002 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | S 17°49'54" E 25°9'58" -17.83165, 25.16619 |
| Location | Kasane, Chobe District, Botswana |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 6,562 ft (2000 m) | 98 ft | ASP | No |
Kasane International Airport at a glance
Kasane International Airport is a large airport in Kasane, Chobe District, Botswana, known to airline systems as BBK. The field elevation of 3,289 ft (1002 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at FBKE are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 08/26, offers 6,562 ft (2000 m) of asp surface, without recorded lighting. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 08 points roughly 80° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for FBKE shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Kasane International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport | FLHN | 69 km (37 NM) |
| Victoria Falls International Airport | FVFA | 77 km (42 NM) |
| Katima Mulilo Airport | FYKM | 107 km (58 NM) |
| Hwange National Park Airport | FVWN | 215 km (116 NM) |
| Maun International Airport | FBMN | 300 km (162 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Kasane International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 3,289 ft field elevation of Kasane International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 7 airports and airfields we list for Botswana — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Kasane International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Kasane International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Kasane International Airport is FBKE, and its IATA code is BBK. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Kasane International Airport above sea level?
Kasane International Airport sits at an elevation of 3,289 feet (1002 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Kasane International Airport located?
The airport lies at -17.8317, 25.1662 — in Kasane, Chobe District, Botswana, in the southern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport, about 69 km away.
Does FBKE publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for FBKE appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Kasane International Airport?
Kasane International Airport has one runway. The longest, 08/26, measures 6,562 ft (2000 m) with a ASP surface.