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Kikori Airport (KRI)

Kikori, Papua New Guinea · small airport · -7.424° 144.250° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeKRI
ICAO CodeAYKK
Typesmall airport
NameKikori Airport
MunicipalityKikori
CountryPapua New Guinea
ContinentOC
Latitude-7.424° S
Longitude144.250° E
Elevation50 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score150
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryPapua New Guinea
ISO Code
RegionKikori
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 KRI

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (7.4°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

Kikori Airport (KRI/AYKK) is a small rural airstrip serving Kikori, a remote town in Papua New Guinea’s Gulf Province. It sits near the Kikori River delta and provides vital air access for communities, government workers, and visitors to the surrounding rainforest and wetlands. The airport is a gateway to the Gulf of Papua and nearby oil, gas, and conservation areas.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors keep a small dry bag or bilum handy—the transfer from the airstrip to a boat landing can be muddy, and river transfers often involve stepping into shallow water.
🚖 Getting There

Getting to and from Kikori Airport usually requires pre-arranged pickup by your lodge, employer, or local contact, as there is no regular taxi or bus service. Many visitors continue by boat on the Kikori River, so coordinate transfers with your host before arrival. Allow extra time in the wet season, when weather and airstrip conditions can delay flights.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines serve Kikori Airport?
A: Scheduled services are limited and often operated by PNG Air or charter companies from Port Moresby; always check current schedules with the airline or a local agent.

Q: How far is the airport from Kikori town?
A: The airstrip is very close to Kikori town, typically a short walk or brief vehicle transfer, but confirm arrangements with your lodge or local contact.

Q: Are there taxis or rental cars at the airport?
A: No, ground transport is very limited; most travelers arrange pickup in advance or use boat transfers along the Kikori River.

Q: What facilities are available at Kikori Airport?
A: Expect basic rural airstrip facilities only, with no reliable shops, ATMs, or full passenger services; bring essentials and cash.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 30, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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