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Manguna Airport (MFO)

Manguna, Papua New Guinea · small airport · -5.578° 151.792° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeMFO
ICAO Code
Typesmall airport
NameManguna Airport
MunicipalityManguna
CountryPapua New Guinea
ContinentOC
Latitude-5.578° S
Longitude151.792° E
Elevation187 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryPapua New Guinea
ISO Code
RegionManguna
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 MFO

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (5.6°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

Manguna Airport (IATA: MFO) is a small rural airstrip serving Manguna and nearby communities in East New Britain Province, Papua New Guinea. Located near the south coast of New Britain, it primarily supports light charter, missionary, and medical evacuation flights. The airport provides essential access to a region where road travel can be difficult and unreliable.

💡 Local Tip
Pack light and confirm baggage limits directly with your operator—small aircraft are often weight-restricted, and excess gear may be left behind. Also, ask local staff or village leaders about airstrip and weather conditions before travel, as rain can delay flights.
🚖 Getting There

There is no regular public transport at Manguna Airport, so arrange a pickup in advance with your lodge, mission, or charter operator. Road access can be rough and weather-dependent, so allow extra time and confirm conditions locally. Boat transfers may be possible along the coast, but only with local operators and calm weather.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the IATA code for Manguna Airport?
A: The IATA code is MFO. The airport is listed without an ICAO code in this dataset.

Q: Where is Manguna Airport located?
A: It is in Manguna, East New Britain Province, Papua New Guinea, near coordinates -5.578, 151.792.

Q: What airlines fly to Manguna Airport?
A: Scheduled service is limited; the airport is mainly served by small charter and missionary aviation operators. Check with local operators for current flights.

Q: What facilities are available at Manguna Airport?
A: As a small rural airstrip, facilities are minimal. Expect no terminal shops, ATMs, or regular ground transport; plan ahead for transfers and supplies.
AI-generated content · Generated Oct 1, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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