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Komaio Airport (KCJ)

Komaio, Papua New Guinea · small airport · -7.271° 143.595° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeKCJ
ICAO CodeAYOQ
Typesmall airport
NameKomaio Airport
MunicipalityKomaio
CountryPapua New Guinea
ContinentOC
Latitude-7.271° S
Longitude143.595° E
Elevation28 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryPapua New Guinea
ISO Code
RegionKomaio
Continent CodeOC
IANA TimezonePacific/Port_Moresby
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+10
DST OffsetUTC+10
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🌬 Best Time to Fly

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

✈ Airlines Serving KCJ

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (7.3°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

Komaio Airport (IATA: KCJ, ICAO: AYOQ) is a small airstrip serving Komaio and nearby communities in Gulf Province, Papua New Guinea. Located at approximately -7.271, 143.595, it primarily handles light aircraft and charter flights rather than large commercial services. The airfield provides essential access to this remote area, where road and river transport can be challenging.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know to pack light and be flexible: small-aircraft weight limits are strict, and afternoon weather can delay flights, so early departures are usually best.
🚖 Getting There

There is no public transit at Komaio Airport; arrange a pickup or boat transfer in advance through your accommodation, charter company, or local host. Roads in the area are often unpaved and can become impassable after heavy rain, so allow extra time and have a backup plan. Confirm your return transfer when you arrive, as communications and services may be limited.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport codes for Komaio Airport?
A: Komaio Airport uses IATA code KCJ and ICAO code AYOQ.

Q: Where is Komaio Airport located?
A: It is located near Komaio in Gulf Province, Papua New Guinea, at coordinates approximately -7.271, 143.595.

Q: What flights operate at Komaio Airport?
A: The airport is a small airstrip that mainly serves light aircraft, charter flights, and occasional mission or supply flights; scheduled commercial service is limited or unavailable.

Q: Do I need to arrange transport in advance?
A: Yes. There is no regular public transport at the airport, so arrange pickup with your lodge, charter operator, or local contact before arrival.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 26, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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