Airport
Simberi Airport (NIS)
Simberi Airport is a small island airstrip serving Simberi Island in the Tabar Group and the nearby gold mine, with air links to Kavieng and other parts of New Ireland Province. Onward travel from the airport is normally arranged by charter flight or boat, mainly to the mine site and local villages.
Passengers
Luggage
About Simberi Airport
Simberi Airport is a small airstrip on Simberi Island, the northernmost island in the Tabar Group of New Ireland Province, Papua New Guinea. It mainly serves the Simberi gold mine and is used for charter and fly-in-fly-out flights rather than scheduled public air services. Located on the island's southeastern coast, the airport has a single runway and basic passenger handling facilities. Its location makes it an important air link for mine workers, contractors, and local communities on this remote volcanic island. The nearest sizeable town is Kavieng, roughly 110 to 135 km to the west on New Ireland. Travel to and from the airport is usually arranged by air or boat, with charter connections available to Kavieng, Rabaul, and Port Moresby. Facilities are minimal, so passengers are advised to confirm site access and onward transport with the mine operator or charter provider before travelling.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Simberi Airport has a single small passenger handling area rather than separate terminals. The airport mainly supports charter and fly-in-fly-out operations for the Simberi gold mine, with limited infrastructure for domestic flights.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Simberi Airport
Transfers
Arrange pre-booked transfers from Simberi Airport to the mine site, accommodation and local destinations on Simberi Island.
Hourly Chauffeur
Book a driver for flexible island travel after arrival, including mine-site meetings, site visits or movements around Simberi Island.
Car Rental
Rental vehicles are limited on Simberi Island, but a rental car can support independent travel for authorised visitors.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organise group transport for work crews and visitors travelling between Simberi Airport, the mine site and nearby accommodation.
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