CPI · · Cape Orford Airport

Cape Orford Airport (CPI)

N/A, Papua New Guinea · small airport · -5.448° 152.082° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeCPI
ICAO Code
Typesmall airport
NameCape Orford Airport
MunicipalityN/A
CountryPapua New Guinea
ContinentOC
Latitude-5.448° S
Longitude152.082° E
Elevation20 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryPapua New Guinea
ISO Code
RegionN/A
Continent CodeOC
IANA TimezonePacific/Port_Moresby
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+10
DST OffsetUTC+10
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: April – October
Cooler dry season in Oceania
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Dry: Apr–OctWet: Nov–Mar

✈ Airlines Serving CPI

QF — QantasVA — Virgin AustraliaNZ — Air New ZealandFJ — Fiji Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (5.4°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

AI-Enhanced Insights

Cape Orford Airport (IATA: CPI) is a small regional airport serving the remote Cape Orford area on the eastern tip of New Britain Island in Papua New Guinea. It provides essential air access to one of the country's more isolated coastal communities, where road infrastructure is limited. The airport primarily handles light aircraft and charter flights connecting the region to larger hubs.

💡 Local Tip
Always confirm your return flight well in advance, as remote airstrips in Papua New Guinea like Cape Orford often have irregular schedules that can change with little notice due to weather or operational factors.
🚖 Getting There

Getting to Cape Orford Airport usually requires a connecting flight from a larger Papua New Guinea hub such as Hoskins or Tokua airports. Ground transport options near the airport are minimal, so arrangements with local hosts or charter operators should be made in advance. Travelers should expect basic facilities and plan accordingly for this remote location.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Cape Orford Airport?
A: The IATA code for Cape Orford Airport is CPI.

Q: Where is Cape Orford Airport located?
A: It is located on the eastern tip of New Britain Island in Papua New Guinea, near Cape Orford.

Q: What types of aircraft use this airport?
A: The airport primarily serves small turboprop aircraft and light planes, typical of Papua New Guinea's remote regional airstrips.

Q: Are there scheduled commercial flights to Cape Orford?
A: Service is limited and typically operates on a charter or occasional scheduled basis, as the airport primarily supports community and missionary air links.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 27, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

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MFO Manguna Airport Manguna, Papua New Guinea 35.1 km 21.8 mi View →
TLO Tol Airport Tol, Papua New Guinea 52.6 km 32.7 mi View →
GOE Gonaili Airport Gonaili, Papua New Guinea 57.0 km 35.4 mi View →
JAQ Jacquinot Bay Airport Jacquinot Bay, Papua New Guinea 67.6 km 42.0 mi View →
OPB Open Bay Airport Maitanakunai, Papua New Guinea 84.3 km 52.4 mi View →

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