KUY · · Kamusi Airport

Kamusi Airport (KUY)

Kamusi, Papua New Guinea · small airport · -7.420° 143.122° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeKUY
ICAO Code
Typesmall airport
NameKamusi Airport
MunicipalityKamusi
CountryPapua New Guinea
ContinentOC
Latitude-7.420° S
Longitude143.122° E
Elevation97 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score150
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryPapua New Guinea
ISO Code
RegionKamusi
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 KUY

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (7.4°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

Kamusi Airport (KUY) is a small rural airstrip serving the community of Kamusi in Papua New Guinea's Gulf Province. Nestled in a remote, heavily forested region, the airport primarily supports local transport, missionary activity, and access to surrounding villages. Its short runway accommodates small propeller aircraft typical of PNG's domestic air network.

💡 Local Tip
Pack light and bring all essentials—including sufficient cash in PNG Kina—as there are no ATMs, shops, or fuel services at or near the airstrip.
🚖 Getting There

Ground transport options at Kamusi are very limited, so arranging onward travel through local contacts or your accommodation in advance is highly recommended. The surrounding road network is often rugged or undeveloped, making air travel the most reliable way in and out. Travelers should expect to walk or use local vehicles from the airstrip to nearby villages.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What aircraft typically use Kamusi Airport?
A: Small turboprop aircraft, such as the Cessna Caravan or Twin Otter, are the most common types serving this airstrip due to its short runway and remote location.

Q: Are there regular scheduled flights to Kamusi?
A: Scheduled service is limited; flights are typically operated by small regional carriers serving remote PNG communities, often on flexible or demand-based schedules.

Q: Is there terminal infrastructure at the airport?
A: No, Kamusi is a basic bush airstrip with minimal facilities and no substantial terminal building.

Q: What is the airport primarily used for?
A: It mainly supports local passenger transport, cargo delivery, medical evacuations, and community access in the Gulf Province.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 26, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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