Papua New Guinea’s rugged mountains and scattered islands make air travel essential: short flights link remote communities, support mining and medical transport, and bring visitors to crisp highlands and coastal towns. Small airstrips and regional terminals each play a big role in keeping the country connected.
There are 8 Airports in Papua New Guinea, ranging from Goroka to Wewak (Boram). For each entry you’ll find below IATA / ICAO,Location (city, province; lat, lon),Notes (runway m; surface; elev m; scheduled service) so you can compare identifiers, position and practical runway and service details before planning travel.
How up-to-date is the airport information and can I rely on it for travel planning?
Airport details for remote airstrips can change (runway condition, scheduled service), so use this list as a current reference but confirm with airlines, local operators, or NOTAMs before booking; the “scheduled service” note indicates whether regular flights typically operate.
Are these airports suitable for commercial travel between major towns?
Several listed airports support regular commercial flights, but frequencies are often low and subject to weather; for reliable travel between major centers check carrier schedules (e.g., PNG Air, Air Niugini) and allow flexibility for connections or alternate transport.
Airports in Papua New Guinea
| Airport | IATA / ICAO | Location (city, province; lat, lon) | Notes (runway m; surface; elev m; scheduled service) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksons International | POM / AYPY | Port Moresby, National Capital District; -9.4436,147.2200 | 3,658 m; asphalt; elev 8 m; scheduled service |
| Nadzab | LAE / AYNZ | Nadzab (Lae), Morobe; -6.5691,146.7261 | 3,000 m; asphalt; elev 72 m; scheduled service |
| Goroka | GKA / AYGA | Goroka, Eastern Highlands; -6.0813,145.3934 | 1,829 m; asphalt; elev 1,620 m; scheduled service |
| Mount Hagen (Kagamuga) | HGU / AYMH | Mount Hagen, Western Highlands; -5.8268,144.2961 | 2,440 m; asphalt; elev 1,616 m; scheduled service |
| Madang | MAG / AYMJ | Madang, Madang; -5.2249,145.7852 | 1,981 m; asphalt; elev 8 m; scheduled service |
| Kavieng | KVG / AYKV | Kavieng, New Ireland; 2.5744,150.7958 | 1,800 m; asphalt; elev 10 m; scheduled service |
| Hoskins | HKN / AYHK | Hoskins (Kimbe), West New Britain; -5.4478,150.3150 | 1,980 m; asphalt; elev 61 m; scheduled service |
| Wewak (Boram) | WWK / AYWK | Wewak, East Sepik; -3.5837,143.6694 | 2,950 m; asphalt; elev 27 m; scheduled service |
Images and Descriptions
Jacksons International
Jacksons International Airport serves Port Moresby and stands as Papua New Guinea’s main international gateway. It handles international and domestic scheduled flights, cargo, and military movements. It has long paved runways that accept jet airliners. Include this airport because it is the country’s primary entry and transfer point for most travelers.
Nadzab
Nadzab Airport sits near Lae and functions as a major domestic and cargo airport. It has a long paved runway and supports regular scheduled flights to other PNG cities. It acts as the main airfield for Morobe Province and often handles larger freight and relief flights.
Goroka
Goroka Airport serves the town of Goroka in the Eastern Highlands. It sits at high elevation and has a paved runway. It offers regular scheduled flights to Port Moresby and nearby highland towns. Include this airfield because it is a key link for inland communities.
Mount Hagen (Kagamuga)
Mount Hagen Airport, also called Kagamuga, serves Mount Hagen in the Western Highlands. It is a major highlands hub with a paved runway and scheduled passenger and cargo services. It links many remote valleys to the national network and handles high passenger volumes for the region.
Madang
Madang Airport serves the coastal town of Madang on the north coast. It has a paved runway and provides scheduled flights to Port Moresby and regional centers. It supports tourism, island access, and local commerce.
Kavieng
Kavieng Airport sits on New Ireland and functions as the main gateway to the islands of the province. It offers scheduled services to Port Moresby and nearby destinations. It supports tourism, inter-island travel, and regional supply routes.
Hoskins
Hoskins Airport serves West New Britain Province near Kimbe. It has a paved runway and regular scheduled flights to Port Moresby and other centers. It supports the local tourism industry and agricultural exports.
Wewak (Boram)
Boram Airport serves Wewak in East Sepik Province and acts as a northern coastal hub. It has a paved runway and scheduled domestic services to Port Moresby and nearby towns. It supports regional travel, medical flights, and local commerce.
