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Uléi Airport (ULB)

Ambrym Island, Vanuatu · small airport · -16.330° 168.301° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeULB
ICAO CodeNVSU
Typesmall airport
NameUléi Airport
MunicipalityAmbrym Island
CountryVanuatu
ContinentOC
Latitude-16.330° S
Longitude168.301° E
Elevation170 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score150
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryVanuatu
ISO Code
RegionAmbrym Island
Continent CodeOC
IANA TimezonePacific/Efate
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 ULB

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (16.3°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

Uléi Airport (IATA: ULB, ICAO: NVSU) is a small airstrip on the eastern side of Ambrym Island, Vanuatu, serving villages and visitors to one of the South Pacific's most volcanically active islands. It handles light inter-island aircraft, mainly linking Ambrym with Port Vila and Luganville. The airport is a gateway to Ambrym's ash plains, custom villages, and the active Marum and Benbow volcanoes.

💡 Local Tip
Carry small denomination vatu notes for village fees, guide payments, and transport—cash is essential on Ambrym, and ATMs are unavailable on the island.
🚖 Getting There

There is no regular public transport at Uléi Airport; most travelers are met by their guesthouse or a pre-arranged 4WD/truck transfer. Roads on Ambrym are rough and unsealed, so allow extra time and confirm pickup details before arrival. If your flight is delayed or cancelled, contact your accommodation directly, as local transport options are limited.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is Uléi Airport located?
A: It is on the eastern side of Ambrym Island, Vanuatu, near Uléi and the island's east-coast communities.

Q: Which airlines fly to Uléi Airport?
A: Vanuatu's domestic inter-island operators serve ULB with small aircraft, typically from Port Vila and sometimes Luganville. Schedules are limited and change often, so confirm with the airline or a local agent.

Q: What facilities are at Uléi Airport?
A: It is a basic small airstrip with minimal facilities; expect no ATM, shops, or regular taxi rank. Arrange transport and supplies in advance.

Q: How do I visit the volcanoes from Uléi Airport?
A: Access to Ambrym's volcanoes is usually arranged through local guides and guesthouses, often with 4WD transport to trailheads. Volcanic activity can restrict access, so check current conditions and permits locally.
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