April River Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 11h 52m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About April River Airport
April River Airport is a small airport in April River, Papua New Guinea (ICAO AYPE, IATA APR). It sits at an elevation of 220 ft (67 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,034 ft / 620 m. It observes Pacific/Port Moresby local time. The nearest airport is Pukapuki Airstrip (PG-0054), about 8.5 nm to the n.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
AYPELive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 2,034 ft / 620 m | 98 ft | Grassed Brown Clay | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORT MORESBY | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Papua New Guinea airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from April River Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for April River Airport?
The ICAO code for April River Airport is AYPE, and its IATA code is APR.
Where is April River Airport located?
April River Airport is small airport located in April River, Papua New Guinea, at an elevation of 220 ft (67 m).
How many runways does April River Airport have?
April River Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,034 ft / 620 m.
What time zone is April River Airport in?
April River Airport is in the Pacific/Port Moresby time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at April River Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at April River Airport is approximately 3.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near April River Airport?
The nearest airport to April River Airport is Pukapuki Airstrip (PG-0054), about 8.5 nm to the n, followed by Sumwari Airstrip and Moropote Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. April River Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.