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Ipota Airport (IPA)
Ipota Airport is a small domestic airfield serving Ipota village and the island of Erromango in Vanuatu's Taféa province. Compare transfer options to nearby coastal villages, local lodges and onward domestic flights from Erromango.
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About Ipota Airport
Ipota Airport is a small domestic airfield serving Ipota village and the island of Erromango in Vanuatu's southern Taféa province. It provides a local air link for residents, visitors and essential supplies, with short regional flights connecting the island to Port Vila and other parts of Vanuatu.
Located near Ipota on Erromango's east coast, the airport has a single grass-on-coral runway measuring about 913 metres, suited to small short-takeoff-and-landing aircraft such as the De Havilland Twin Otter. Passenger handling takes place in a modest shelter near the runway.
Ground access is limited; travelers continue from the airfield to nearby villages and lodges by local vehicle, on foot or by boat. There is no road connection to Port Vila, so onward travel to the capital is made by domestic flight or local transport.
Facilities at Ipota Airport are basic, so visitors are advised to plan ahead. Despite its small size, the airfield remains an important gateway for reaching Erromango's coastal communities, forests and remote inland areas.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Ipota Airport is a small domestic airfield with a single modest passenger shelter rather than separate terminal buildings. All domestic and charter flights use the same terminal area.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Ipota Airport
Transfers
Arrange private transfers from Ipota Airport to Ipota village, Erromango lodges, coastal settlements and other local destinations.
Hourly Chauffeur
Book a chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel around Erromango after arriving at Ipota Airport, including visits to Port Narvin or Dillon's Bay.
Car Rental
Rental options are limited on Erromango; travelers preferring independent road access should arrange a vehicle with local providers in advance.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter vehicles for groups travelling between Ipota Airport, Erromango villages, accommodation and coastal meeting points.
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