Honiara International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 54m 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 Honiara International Airport
Honiara International Airport, formerly known as Henderson Field, is an airport in the province of Guadalcanal in the nation of Solomon Islands. It is the primary international airport in the country, the second being Munda Airport in Western Province, which serves as its alternate. It is located 8 kilometres from the capital, Honiara.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
AGGHNOTAMs
AGGHReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live 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.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 7,218 ft / 2,200 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | INFO | 118.100 MHz |
| INFO | INFO | 342.500 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 13% of observations, averaging 3 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 89% | 1,645 ft | |
| Feb | 89% | 1,683 ft | |
| Mar | 91% | 1,571 ft | |
| Apr | 92% | 1,556 ft | |
| May | 94% | 1,547 ft | |
| Jun | 95% | 1,453 ft | |
| Jul | 93% | 1,453 ft | |
| Aug | 92% | 1,453 ft | |
| Sep | 93% | 1,453 ft | |
| Oct | 94% | 1,564 ft | |
| Nov | 92% | 1,571 ft | |
| Dec | 90% | 1,645 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,453–1,683 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Honiara International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Honiara International Airport?
The ICAO code for Honiara International Airport is AGGH, and its IATA code is HIR.
Where is Honiara International Airport located?
Honiara International Airport is large airport located in Honiara, Solomon Islands, at an elevation of 28 ft (9 m).
How many runways does Honiara International Airport have?
Honiara International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 7,218 ft / 2,200 m.
Which airlines fly to Honiara International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Honiara International Airport include Air Niugini, Air Pacific, Air Vanuatu, Solomon Airlines, Virgin Australia (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Honiara International Airport?
Historical data lists 20 nonstop destinations from Honiara International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Honiara International Airport in?
Honiara International Airport is in the Pacific/Guadalcanal time zone (UTC+11:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Honiara International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Honiara International Airport is approximately 8.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Honiara International Airport?
The nearest airport to Honiara International Airport is Babanakira Airport (MBU), about 23.1 nm to the sw, followed by Avu Avu Airport and Marau Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Honiara International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.