MAS · AYMO · Momote Airport

Momote Airport (MAS)

Manus Island, Papua New Guinea · medium airport · -2.062° 147.424° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeMAS
ICAO CodeAYMO
Typemedium airport
NameMomote Airport
MunicipalityManus Island
CountryPapua New Guinea
ContinentOC
Latitude-2.062° S
Longitude147.424° E
Elevation12 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score750
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryPapua New Guinea
ISO Code
RegionManus Island
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 MAS

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (2.1°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

Momote Airport (MAS) serves Manus Island, the largest of the Admiralty Islands in Papua New Guinea's Bismarck Archipelago. It functions as the primary air gateway to Manus Province, connecting the remote island to Port Moresby and other domestic destinations. The airport plays a vital role in supporting the local community, tourism, and government services in this isolated Pacific region.

💡 Local Tip
Flights to Momote are often weather-dependent due to the tropical climate, so booking flexible tickets or allowing buffer days in your itinerary is wise for connections through Port Moresby.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis and local transport are available outside the terminal to reach Lorengau and surrounding areas. Pre-arranging transport through your accommodation or a local contact is recommended, as rental services are limited. The road connecting the airport to Lorengau is short and straightforward, making transfers quick.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines operate from Momote Airport?
A: Air Niugini is the main carrier serving Momote, with regular flights connecting to Port Moresby.

Q: How far is Momote Airport from Lorengau, the provincial capital?
A: The airport is located near Lorengau, just a short drive from the town center.

Q: Is Momote Airport an international airport?
A: No, Momote primarily handles domestic flights, though charter and occasional international services do use the facility.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: The airport offers basic terminal amenities suitable for its regional traffic, with limited services typical of remote Pacific island airports.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 29, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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