Airport
Kira Airport (KIQ)
Kira Airport is a small domestic airstrip serving Kira and surrounding communities in Papua New Guinea's Northern (Oro) Province. Light aircraft connect the airstrip with Port Moresby, Kokoda and other regional centres for onward travel.
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About Kira Airport
Kira Airport is a small domestic airstrip serving Kira and the surrounding rural communities of Papua New Guinea's Northern (Oro) Province. Operating under the IATA code KIQ and ICAO code AYRA, it mainly supports light aircraft and charter flights linking the area with larger regional centres.
Situated at an elevation of about 518 metres, the airstrip has a single unpaved runway of roughly 550 metres, oriented 07/25. Operations are restricted to daylight and visual flight rules, with small aircraft used for passenger, cargo, medical and supply flights.
Located about 150 km north of Port Moresby, Kira is reached primarily by air, as there is no direct sealed road connection to the capital. From the airstrip, onward movement is limited to local tracks, footpaths and connecting flights.
Passenger facilities are minimal, with basic shelter and seating only, so travellers should plan to be self-sufficient and confirm flight details with their operator in advance.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Kira Airport is a small regional airstrip with a single basic passenger shelter rather than separate terminals. It handles domestic light-aircraft and charter operations only, with no separate domestic or international terminal areas.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Kira Airport
Transfers
Arrange private transfers or charter flights in advance for travel between Kira Airport, Kira village and onward connections through Port Moresby.
Hourly Chauffeur
Book a local driver or guide by the hour for flexible ground travel around Kira and nearby communities, arranged through your accommodation or charter operator.
Car Rental
Car rental is not available at the airstrip; independent travellers should arrange a vehicle in Port Moresby or Lae before flying to Kira.
Bus & Group Transfers
Coordinate charter aircraft or group ground transport for teams, missions and community groups travelling to and from Kira Airport.
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