Masvingo International Airport (FVMV)
Medium airport · Masvingo, Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe
Airport data
| Name | Masvingo International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | FVMV |
| IATA | MVZ |
| Elevation | 3,595 ft (1096 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | S 20°3'19" E 30°51'33" -20.05530, 30.85910 |
| Location | Masvingo, Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe |
| Scheduled service | No |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 3,937 ft (1200 m) | 59 ft | GRS | No |
| 17/35 | 5,663 ft (1726 m) | 59 ft | BIT | Yes |
Masvingo International Airport at a glance
Masvingo International Airport is a medium airport in Masvingo, Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe, known to airline systems as MVZ. The field elevation of 3,595 ft (1096 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at FVMV are all figured from it. There is no scheduled airline service listed here — typical traffic is general aviation, training and local operations.
Of its 2 runways, the longest — 17/35 — offers 5,663 ft (1726 m) of bit surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 17 points roughly 170° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for FVMV 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 Masvingo International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Josiah Tungamirai Air Force Base | FVTL | 125 km (68 NM) |
| Buffalo Range Airport | FVCZ | 130 km (70 NM) |
| Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport | FVJN | 234 km (126 NM) |
| Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport | FVRG | 237 km (128 NM) |
| Chimoio Airport | FQCH | 287 km (155 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Masvingo International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 3,595 ft field elevation of Masvingo 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 9 airports and airfields we list for Zimbabwe — 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 Masvingo International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Masvingo International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Masvingo International Airport is FVMV, and its IATA code is MVZ. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Masvingo International Airport above sea level?
Masvingo International Airport sits at an elevation of 3,595 feet (1096 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Masvingo International Airport located?
The airport lies at -20.0553, 30.8591 — in Masvingo, Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe, in the southern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Josiah Tungamirai Air Force Base, about 125 km away.
Does FVMV publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for FVMV 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 Masvingo International Airport?
Masvingo International Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 17/35, measures 5,663 ft (1726 m) with a BIT surface.