Buka Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 11h 50m 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 Buka Airport
Buka Airport is an airport serving Buka Island in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville in Papua New Guinea.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Buka Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: AYMO.
Live weather
AYMOLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 5,125 ft / 1,562 m | 98 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| RDO | LAE RDO | 127.100 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
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 Buka Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Buka Airport?
The ICAO code for Buka Airport is AYBK, and its IATA code is BUA.
Where is Buka Airport located?
Buka Airport is medium airport located in Buka Island, Papua New Guinea, at an elevation of 11 ft (3 m).
How many runways does Buka Airport have?
Buka Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,125 ft / 1,562 m.
Which airlines fly to Buka Airport?
Airlines historically serving Buka Airport include Air Niugini, Airlines PNG (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Buka Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Buka Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Buka Airport in?
Buka Airport is in the Pacific/Bougainville time zone (UTC+11:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Buka Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Buka Airport is approximately 6.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Buka Airport?
The nearest airport to Buka Airport is Sabah Airport (SBV), about 24.3 nm to the ese, followed by Wakunai Airport and Torokina Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Buka Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.