Home › Papua New Guinea › Moro Airport (MXH)
MXH · AYMR · Moro Airport

Moro Airport (MXH)

Moro, Papua New Guinea · small airport · -6.363° 143.238° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeMXH
ICAO CodeAYMR
Typesmall airport
NameMoro Airport
MunicipalityMoro
CountryPapua New Guinea
ContinentOC
Latitude-6.363° S
Longitude143.238° E
Elevation2740 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score150
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryPapua New Guinea
ISO Code
RegionMoro
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
Loading season...
Dry: Apr–OctWet: Nov–Mar

✈ Airlines Serving MXH

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (6.4°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

Moro Airport (MXH/AYMR) is a small rural airstrip serving Moro and the Lake Kutubu area in Papua New Guinea’s Southern Highlands. It provides essential access for local communities, oil and gas operations, and visitors to the lake’s biodiverse ecosystems. The airport has basic facilities and primarily handles light aircraft and charter flights.

💡 Local Tip
If you’re visiting Lake Kutubu, coordinate boat transfers in advance—water levels and afternoon rain can affect both airstrip conditions and lake access.
🚖 Getting There

Moro Airport is close to Moro village, but public transport is minimal; most travelers arrange a pickup through their lodge, employer, or local contact. Roads in the Lake Kutubu area can be rough and weather-dependent, so allow extra time and avoid night travel if unfamiliar. If you need a charter or onward flight, book well in advance because services are limited.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Moro Airport?
A: Moro Airport uses IATA code MXH and ICAO code AYMR.

Q: What airlines fly to Moro Airport?
A: Scheduled service is limited and often operated by small regional carriers; charter flights are common. Confirm current schedules locally.

Q: What facilities are available at Moro Airport?
A: Expect very basic facilities, likely a small waiting area and no guaranteed amenities. Bring essentials and arrange ground transport in advance.

Q: Is Moro Airport near Lake Kutubu?
A: Yes, it is a common access point for Moro village and the Lake Kutubu area in the Southern Highlands. Road conditions can be rough, so air travel is often preferred.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 30, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

🗺 Location Map

🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

IATANameCity / CountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Link
PMP Pimaga Airport Pimaga, Papua New Guinea 33.7 km 20.9 mi View →
NPG Nipa Airport Nipa, Papua New Guinea 33.9 km 21.1 mi View →
KAK Kar Airport Kar, Papua New Guinea 37.1 km 23.0 mi View →
MDU Mendi Airport Mendi, Papua New Guinea 52.2 km 32.4 mi View →
KOM Komo-Manda Airport Komo, Papua New Guinea 53.1 km 33.0 mi View →

🔧 Quick Tools

🔟 Distance Calculator
From MXH
📍 Nearest Airport
Near this location
🕒 Timezone Lookup
Pacific/Port_Moresby
🌎 Map with Airport
View on map
← Back to World Airport Database