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Cape Orford Airport (CPI)

N/A, Papua New Guinea · small airport · -5.448° 152.082° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeCPI
ICAO Code
Typesmall airport
NameCape Orford Airport
MunicipalityN/A
CountryPapua New Guinea
ContinentOC
Latitude-5.448° S
Longitude152.082° E
Elevation20 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryPapua New Guinea
ISO Code
RegionN/A
Continent CodeOC
IANA TimezonePacific/Port_Moresby
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+10
DST OffsetUTC+10
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: April – October
Cooler dry season in Oceania
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Dry: Apr–OctWet: Nov–Mar

✈ Airlines Serving CPI

QF — QantasVA — Virgin AustraliaNZ — Air New ZealandFJ — Fiji Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (5.4°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Cape Orford Airport (IATA: CPI) is a small, remote airstrip at the eastern tip of New Britain in East New Britain Province, Papua New Guinea. It primarily supports charter and occasional scheduled flights for nearby villages, missions, and government services, linking the Cape Orford area to larger provincial hubs. The unsealed runway and limited infrastructure reflect its isolated coastal setting.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors bring small-denomination PNG kina for local boat or village fees and pack a light rain shell; the weather can change quickly, and there are no shops or ATMs at the airstrip.
🚖 Getting There

There is no regular public transport at Cape Orford Airport; most arrivals are met by pre-arranged village pickup, boat transfer, or charter vehicle. Confirm your onward transport with the operator before departure, as mobile coverage and road access are limited. Allow extra time in the wet season, when rain can delay both flights and ground transfers.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is Cape Orford Airport located?
A: It is on the eastern tip of New Britain in East New Britain Province, Papua New Guinea, near Cape Orford.

Q: What is the IATA code for Cape Orford Airport?
A: The IATA code is CPI. An ICAO code is not commonly published for this small airstrip.

Q: What airlines fly to Cape Orford Airport?
A: Service is typically limited to small charter and regional operators; schedules vary and may connect to larger PNG centers such as Rabaul or Hoskins.

Q: What facilities are available at Cape Orford Airport?
A: Expect basic, limited facilities. There may be no terminal services, fuel, or regular ground transport, so plan ahead with your operator.
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