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Wasu Airport (WSU)

Wasu, Papua New Guinea · small airport · -5.962° 147.198° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeWSU
ICAO CodeAYWS
Typesmall airport
NameWasu Airport
MunicipalityWasu
CountryPapua New Guinea
ContinentOC
Latitude-5.962° S
Longitude147.198° E
Elevation34 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryPapua New Guinea
ISO Code
RegionWasu
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 WSU

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (6.0°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

Wasu Airport (IATA: WSU, ICAO: AYWS) is a small airstrip serving Wasu, a remote coastal community on the Huon Peninsula in Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea. It provides essential air access for the village and surrounding area, where road connections are limited and travel often depends on boats or light aircraft. The strip is basic, with no major terminal facilities, and operations are weather-dependent.

💡 Local Tip
Bring small-denomination kina in cash—Wasu has no ATMs or card facilities, and you may need it for boat transfers, market purchases, or community fees.
🚖 Getting There

There is no public bus or taxi service at Wasu Airport; arrange a pickup with your guesthouse, lodge, or local contact before you arrive. Many travelers reach Wasu by boat or on foot from nearby villages, so confirm the meeting point and allow extra time. Mobile coverage may be limited, so share your arrival details in advance.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Wasu Airport?
A: Scheduled service is limited and may be operated by regional carriers; check current schedules with PNG Air or local operators before planning travel, as routes can change.

Q: What facilities are available at Wasu Airport?
A: Expect only basic airstrip facilities. There is no large terminal, ATM, or reliable food service, so bring any essentials you need.

Q: How do I get from Wasu Airport to the village?
A: The airport is close to Wasu; most arrivals are met by local hosts or walk to nearby accommodation. There is no regular public transport, so arrange pickup in advance.

Q: Is the airport open in bad weather?
A: Small airstrips in Papua New Guinea are highly weather-dependent. Flights can be delayed or cancelled due to rain, low cloud, or poor runway conditions.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 27, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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