Daru Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 11h 38m 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 Daru Airport
Daru Airport is an airport serving Daru, the capital of the Western Province in Papua New Guinea.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Daru 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 4,593 ft / 1,400 m | 98 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| FSS | MORESBY CNTR | 124.900 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 Daru Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Daru Airport?
The ICAO code for Daru Airport is AYDU, and its IATA code is DAU.
Where is Daru Airport located?
Daru Airport is medium airport located in Daru, Papua New Guinea, at an elevation of 20 ft (6 m).
How many runways does Daru Airport have?
Daru Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,593 ft / 1,400 m.
Which airlines fly to Daru Airport?
Airlines historically serving Daru Airport include Air Niugini, Airlines PNG (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Daru Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Daru Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Daru Airport in?
Daru Airport is in the Pacific/Port Moresby time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Daru Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Daru Airport is approximately 4.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Daru Airport?
The nearest airport to Daru Airport is Oriomo Airstrip (PG-0053), about 13.7 nm to the n, followed by Lagoon Airstrip and Wipim Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Daru Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.