Airport
Malalaua Airport (MLQ)
Malalaua Airport is a small domestic gateway serving Malalaua and the eastern Gulf Province of Papua New Guinea. It links the town with Kerema, Port Moresby and other regional destinations, with onward travel mostly by road, boat or pre-arranged local transport.
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About Malalaua Airport
Malalaua Airport is a small domestic airstrip serving Malalaua and the eastern Gulf Province of Papua New Guinea. The airport provides an essential air link for a remote coastal and riverine region where road access to Kerema and Port Moresby can be limited by terrain and weather.
The airport operates a single runway, reported at about 1,100 metres in length, together with a basic passenger facility. Flights are typically domestic services operated by regional carriers such as Air Niugini, alongside charter and mission flights that support government, humanitarian and community travel.
Malalaua Airport lies close to the town of Malalaua, roughly 60 to 65 kilometres east of Kerema, the provincial capital. Ground transport is mostly informal, with onward travel by road, river boat or pre-arranged local vehicles depending on conditions.
Because of its remote setting, the airport has very limited passenger facilities. Travellers should plan ahead, confirm flight details with their operator and arrange onward transport before arriving.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Malalaua Airport operates as a single small passenger facility with no separate domestic or international terminals. Passenger handling takes place in a basic single-building or open-air shelter arrangement used for local domestic flights.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Malalaua Airport
Transfers
Arrange private transfers from Malalaua Airport to Kerema, local villages and coastal destinations across the eastern Gulf Province.
Hourly Chauffeur
Book a driver by the hour for flexible travel from Malalaua Airport to meetings, site visits or journeys around Malalaua and the surrounding region.
Car Rental
Rent a vehicle for independent travel from Malalaua Airport along the Hiritano Highway to Kerema and other nearby areas.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibus or group transport for teams travelling between Malalaua Airport, Kerema and regional work or community locations.
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