Fly from Kilimanjaro (JRO) to Lake Manyara (LKY)
Whether you're travelling from Kilimanjaro to Lake Manyara for vacations, business or family visits its always a smart choice to compare prices and make sure you're getting the best deal before booking your travel. Lake Manyara is well-known for its wide range of wildlife and scenic landscapes. It features one of the most stunning national parks in Tanzania – Lake Manyara National Park, which is located within a branch of the East African Rift in North Eastern Tanzania.
If you're all set to hit the skies, then start booking your travel arrangements with us today. There is a direct connection between Kilimanjaro and Lake Manyara. Use the box above to search flights for your specific dates and passenger numbers.
Distance and Flight Time
Lake Manyara is part of the Northern Safari circuit, and is, as the crow flies 182 km (321 miles) from Kilimanjaro. It is usually visited ‘en route’, as part of a tour in the Northern Circuit. (Read about Lake Manyara here).
The direct flight option from Kilimanjaro to Lake Manyara takes approximately 45 minutes with 4 flights per day on this route to Lake Manyara with Coastal Aviation & Regional Air Services.
Not to Miss During Flights
Most flights from Lake Manyara and Kilimanjaro are usually conducted by regional airliners such as small Cessna plane that can carry between 10 to 14 passengers. When flying from JRO to LKY, you will catch a glimpse of Lake Manyara National Park, savannah plains and some remote communities in the region.
The trip also provides the opportunity to see the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro dependant on take-off direction, as well as its surrounding National Park. Mount Meru, Kili’s close neighbour is very close and affords passengers incredible views. Tracking west, up ahead the huge soda-ash Lake Manyara comes into view, with the Great Rift Valley wall as the backdrop.
Airport & Layover Tips
Lake Manyara Airport (LKY) is the main airport serving the area and it’s located on the rift escarpment, a few minutes from the entrance of the national park. Getting to the airport from the national park is easy, it’s about 20minutes drive. Most lodges and camps around the park can arrange transportation for you. The small airport lies atop the rift valley wall making the approach and landing a fun experience.