TWY · AYTW · Tawa Airport

Tawa Airport (TWY)

Tawa, Papua New Guinea · small airport · -7.446° 146.107° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeTWY
ICAO CodeAYTW
Typesmall airport
NameTawa Airport
MunicipalityTawa
CountryPapua New Guinea
ContinentOC
Latitude-7.446° S
Longitude146.107° E
Elevation5020 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryPapua New Guinea
ISO Code
RegionTawa
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 TWY

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

Tawa Airport is a small regional airfield serving the remote community of Tawa in Papua New Guinea, situated in the country's rugged interior highlands. The airport provides vital connectivity for local residents, connecting them to larger urban centers in the Morobe Province. Its modest infrastructure reflects the challenging terrain and limited development typical of Papua New Guinea's remote airfields.

💡 Local Tip
Flights into Tawa are frequently subject to weather delays due to the surrounding mountainous terrain, so build extra buffer days into your travel itinerary and carry essential supplies in your carry-on.
🚖 Getting There

Access to Tawa Airport typically requires ground transport over rough or unpaved roads, and conditions can be challenging especially during the rainy season. Travelers should arrange ground transportation in advance, as taxi services and public transport options near the airport are limited. Many visitors and locals rely on 4WD vehicles or local arrangements to reach the airfield.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the IATA code for Tawa Airport?
A: The IATA code is TWY, and the ICAO code is AYTW.

Q: Where is Tawa Airport located?
A: It is located in Tawa, Papua New Guinea, at coordinates approximately -7.446°S, 146.107°E, in a remote highland region.

Q: What type of airport is Tawa Airport?
A: It is classified as a small regional airport serving limited domestic traffic.

Q: Are there scheduled commercial flights to Tawa Airport?
A: Service is typically limited, with most flights operated by small charter or missionary aircraft serving the local community.

AI-generated content · Generated Jun 28, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

IATANameCity / CountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Link
KZF Kaintiba Airport Kaintiba, Papua New Guinea 10.0 km 6.2 mi View →
HWA Hawabango Airport Hawabango, Papua New Guinea 12.8 km 8.0 mi View →
AEK Aseki Airport Aseki, Papua New Guinea 14.3 km 8.9 mi View →
YVD Yeva Airport Yeva, Papua New Guinea 14.4 km 9.0 mi View →
KEX Kanabea Airport Kanabea, Papua New Guinea 24.5 km 15.2 mi View →

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