Airport
Santa Ana Airport (NNB)
Santa Ana Airport serves the island of Owaraha (Santa Ana) in the Makira-Ulawa Province and connects travelers to Honiara and Kirakira. Compare transfer options to Ghupuna village, island accommodation and nearby boat links to Makira and Santa Catalina.
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About Santa Ana Airport
Santa Ana Airport is a small domestic airport on Santa Ana Island, also known as Owaraha, in the Makira-Ulawa Province of the Solomon Islands. It serves the island community and provides scheduled passenger connections operated by Solomon Airlines with DHC-6 Twin Otter aircraft.
The airport sits on the island's southeastern side near Ghupuna village and has a single coral-surfaced runway. From here, travelers can fly to Honiara, the national capital, and to Kirakira via Ngorangora Airport on Makira.
Santa Ana is separated from Makira by a strait of about 7.5 km and lies north of the small island of Santa Catalina, so onward travel often combines short road journeys with boat transfers. Ground transport around the island is available from the small terminal.
Facilities are basic, reflecting the airport's role as a small island gateway. It provides a practical arrival and departure point for residents, visitors and guests staying in village accommodation across Santa Ana.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Santa Ana Airport operates from a single small passenger terminal that handles all domestic flights, including Solomon Airlines services. There are no separate international or Schengen terminal areas.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Santa Ana Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Santa Ana Airport to Ghupuna village, island lodges and accommodation across Santa Ana Island.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel around Santa Ana Island, lodge visits and short business or event trips.
Car Rental
Rent a vehicle at Santa Ana Airport for independent travel around Santa Ana Island and access to coastal villages and nearby points.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibus or boat-based group transfers for families, tour groups and events between Santa Ana Airport, villages and island accommodation.
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