Airport
Timbunke Airport (TBE)
Timbunke Airport serves the village of Timbunke and surrounding Sepik River communities in East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea. From here, travelers can continue by road or river to Wewak, Angoram, Pagwi, and other destinations along the Sepik River.
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About Timbunke Airport
Timbunke Airport is a small regional airstrip serving Timbunke, a village on the north bank of the Sepik River in East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea. It provides an air link for local communities in a part of the country where road and river travel can be slow and difficult, and it is used mainly by charter, private and community flights.
The airport sits close to Timbunke village and has a single grass runway of about 600 metres, with an elevation of around 7 metres above sea level. Its basic terminal building supports simple check-in, waiting and arrivals areas rather than the full passenger facilities found at larger airports.
Wewak, the provincial capital, lies roughly 70 kilometres to the northeast and is connected to Timbunke by road, although road conditions vary and river transport is also common along the Sepik. Nearby settlements and destinations include Angoram, Pagwi and Ambunti.
Because Timbunke Airport is small and remote, travelers should confirm flight arrangements in advance and bring cash and essential supplies, as services at the airport are limited.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Timbunke Airport has a single small terminal building serving regional, charter and community flights. The airport operates as a basic airstrip with one grass runway and limited terminal infrastructure.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Timbunke Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Timbunke Airport to Timbunke village, Sepik River lodges, Wewak and other destinations across East Sepik Province.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport to local villages, river landings, meetings or journeys around the Sepik region.
Car Rental
Rent a car for independent travel from Timbunke Airport to Wewak, Angoram, Pagwi and other destinations in East Sepik Province, with advance booking recommended.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter vehicles for groups traveling between Timbunke Airport, Sepik River communities, Wewak and event venues across the region.
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