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Koroba Airport (KDE)

Koroba, Papua New Guinea · small airport · -5.695° 142.744° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeKDE
ICAO CodeAYOW
Typesmall airport
NameKoroba Airport
MunicipalityKoroba
CountryPapua New Guinea
ContinentOC
Latitude-5.695° S
Longitude142.744° E
Elevation5638 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryPapua New Guinea
ISO Code
RegionKoroba
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 KDE

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (5.7°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

Koroba Airport (KDE/AYOW) is a small rural airstrip serving Koroba in Hela Province, Papua New Guinea. Located in the highlands, it provides essential air access for Koroba and surrounding remote communities. The airstrip primarily handles light aircraft and charter or mission flights rather than large commercial jets.

💡 Local Tip
Confirm your flight the day before and again on the morning of departure; highland weather can cause delays or cancellations, and mobile coverage is patchy. Carry small-denomination kina for local transport and supplies.
🚖 Getting There

Arrange pickup before arrival, as there is no regular taxi or public transport at the airstrip. A 4WD is recommended for road travel around Koroba, especially after rain. Allow extra time and travel in daylight because road conditions and weather can change quickly.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is Koroba Airport located?
A: It is in Koroba, Hela Province, Papua New Guinea, in the highlands at coordinates -5.695, 142.744.

Q: What airlines serve Koroba Airport?
A: Scheduled service is limited; the airstrip mainly handles small charter and mission flights. Check with PNG Air, MAF, or local operators for current service.

Q: What facilities are at Koroba Airport?
A: Expect basic rural airstrip facilities only, with no major terminal amenities. Plan for limited shelter, no reliable food or retail, and basic toilet options.

Q: How do I get to Koroba from the airport?
A: The airport is close to Koroba town; arrange a pickup in advance. Roads can be rough, so a 4WD and local driver are recommended.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 26, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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