KDR · AYKC · Kandrian Airport

Kandrian Airport (KDR)

Kandrian, Papua New Guinea · small airport · -6.192° 149.548° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeKDR
ICAO CodeAYKC
Typesmall airport
NameKandrian Airport
MunicipalityKandrian
CountryPapua New Guinea
ContinentOC
Latitude-6.192° S
Longitude149.548° E
Elevation280 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score150
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryPapua New Guinea
ISO Code
RegionKandrian
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 KDR

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (6.2°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

Kandrian Airport (KDR) is a small regional airport serving the town of Kandrian on the southern coast of New Britain Island in Papua New Guinea's West New Britain Province. It provides essential air access for this remote coastal community, connecting residents to larger hubs in the country. The airport features a single short runway surrounded by tropical vegetation typical of the region.

💡 Local Tip
Pack light and bring a small amount of local currency (PGK) as the airport has limited services and no ATM; coordinating with your accommodation for ground transport before arrival is highly recommended.
🚖 Getting There

Getting to and from Kandrian Airport typically requires a pre-arranged vehicle or local transport, as the airport is located just outside the small town. Road conditions in the area can be rough, particularly after heavy rain, so allow extra travel time. Most visitors rely on lodge or guesthouse transfers rather than public transport options.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Kandrian Airport?
A: The IATA code is KDR and the ICAO code is AYKC.

Q: Where is Kandrian Airport located?
A: It is located near the town of Kandrian in the West New Britain Province of Papua New Guinea, on the southern coast of New Britain Island.

Q: How large is Kandrian Airport?
A: It is a small regional airport with a single short runway, primarily handling small turboprop aircraft.

Q: Are there regular commercial flights to Kandrian Airport?
A: Air Niugini and other regional carriers provide scheduled service, though flights may be limited and subject to weather conditions.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 26, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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LGN Linga Linga Airport Linga Linga, Papua New Guinea 76.3 km 47.4 mi View →
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IBI Iboki Airport Iboki, Papua New Guinea 81.3 km 50.5 mi View →

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