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Kwailabesi Airport (KWS)

Kwailabesi, Solomon Islands · small airport · -8.361° 160.775° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeKWS
ICAO CodeAGKW
Typesmall airport
NameKwailabesi Airport
MunicipalityKwailabesi
CountrySolomon Islands
ContinentOC
Latitude-8.361° S
Longitude160.775° E
Elevation52 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountrySolomon Islands
ISO Code
RegionKwailabesi
Continent CodeOC
IANA TimezonePacific/Guadalcanal
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+11
DST OffsetUTC+11
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 KWS

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (8.4°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

Kwailabesi Airport (KWS/AGKW) is a small domestic airstrip serving Kwailabesi village in Malaita Province, Solomon Islands. It provides essential air links for the surrounding rural community, with light aircraft operating from a basic runway. The airport is a key access point for travelers heading to nearby villages and coastal areas.

💡 Local Tip
Confirm your flight by phone or radio the day before departure—weather and passenger loads often cause last-minute changes on this small-island route.
🚖 Getting There

There is no regular public transport at the airport; most travelers arrange a pickup with their guesthouse or local contact in advance. Kwailabesi village is close by, and local trucks or outboard boats may be used depending on your onward destination. Allow extra time in wet weather, as road and sea conditions can delay transfers.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport codes for Kwailabesi Airport?
A: The IATA code is KWS and the ICAO code is AGKW.

Q: Where is Kwailabesi Airport located?
A: It is located near Kwailabesi village in Malaita Province, Solomon Islands, at approximately -8.361, 160.775.

Q: Which airlines fly to Kwailabesi Airport?
A: Domestic services, typically by Solomon Airlines and other small operators, connect it to Honiara and other Solomon Islands airstrips, subject to schedule and weather.

Q: What facilities are available at Kwailabesi Airport?
A: Facilities are very basic; expect a simple airstrip and little to no terminal amenities, so bring any necessities you may need.

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