Direct flights from Aropa Airport
There are 1 destinations with direct flights from Aropa Airport.
Destination | Duration | Days of the week | Airlines | Price |
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1h 15m |
1 flights per day |
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Destinations & direct flights from Aropa Airport (Kieta)
Kineshma (KIE) is a smaller airport in Russia. With an average of 1 daily departures, the route from Aropa Airport to Rabaul Airport (RAB) is the busiest route and offers travelers plenty of flexibility. If you're up for a longer flight, you might want to consider the to , which takes around . Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, Aropa Airport has got you covered with a wide range of flight options.
The most in-demand domestic routes departing from Aropa Airport
Londolovit (LNV)
3 flights scheduled next month
Buka Island (BUA)
3 flights scheduled next month
Goroka (GKA)
2 flights scheduled next month
Mount Hagen (HGU)
6 flights scheduled next month
Port Moresby (POM)
30 flights scheduled next month
Lae (LAE)
6 flights scheduled next month
Biggest airlines departing from Aropa Airport

Airport information
Airport name | Aropa Airport |
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Airport (IATA) Code | KIE |
City | Kieta |
Country | Papua-New-Guinea (PG) |
Full location | Aropa Airport |
Latitude | -5.420128 |
Longitude | 154.674913 |
Show on map | Google maps |
General Information About Aropa Airport
Aropa Airport serves as the main gateway to Bougainville Island on Papua New Guinea's easternmost island, located approximately 150km (93 miles) southeast of Buka. Access can be gained either by road or air.
Most airport facilities are free to use, with many offering restaurants, bars, duty-free stores, libraries and other entertainment options such as lounges with comfortable seats and free Wi-Fi so passengers can relax before or after their flights.
At this airport are also found a luxurious airport hotel and one of the world's largest open pit gold/copper mines - Kieta Gold and Copper mine being most renowned.
Air Niugini provides most flights to Aropa Airport; however Air PNG and charter aircraft also frequently visit. Recently installed solar panels powering Precision Path Indicator lights on Aropa's main runway have provided another recent enhancement at this airport.
This technology serves as an example of how an airport is improving safety and security, and has allowed Air Niugini to resume jet operations to Aropa as part of their regular service to Port Moresby and other locations within Bougainville's Autonomous Region.
The airport also boasts several other useful facts about itself, and is widely recognized for having one of the shortest flight times in Papua New Guinea (and possibly Asia); especially so on the new tarmac runway.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many airports are there close to Kieta?
1 airport(s) near to Kieta:
What is the best airport to use when flying from Kieta?
Aropa Airport (KIE) is considered the most convenient airport for departures from Kieta.
Which airlines operate flights out of Aropa Airport?
There are 2 airlines that fly from Aropa Airport, the most popular are: PNG Ai
What is the longest flight from Aropa Airport?
You'll be on an for about if you fly from Kieta to . That's the most time you'll spend in the air from Aropa Airport.
What is the IATA-code for Aropa Airport?
Aropa Airport uses the IATA code: KIE
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