Kanainj Airport
Daylight today(Jul 24, 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 Kanainj Airport
Kanainj Airport is a small airport in Kanainj, Papua New Guinea (ICAO AYKJ, IATA KNE). It sits at an elevation of 4,064 ft (1,239 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 1,273 ft / 388 m. It observes Pacific/Port Moresby local time. The nearest airport is Bank Airstrip (PG-0045), about 4.6 nm to the ssw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
AYKJLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 1,273 ft / 388 m | — | — | 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 Kanainj Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kanainj Airport?
The ICAO code for Kanainj Airport is AYKJ, and its IATA code is KNE.
Where is Kanainj Airport located?
Kanainj Airport is small airport located in Kanainj, Papua New Guinea, at an elevation of 4,064 ft (1,239 m).
How many runways does Kanainj Airport have?
Kanainj Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 1,273 ft / 388 m.
What time zone is Kanainj Airport in?
Kanainj Airport is in the Pacific/Port Moresby time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kanainj Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kanainj Airport is approximately 4.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kanainj Airport?
The nearest airport to Kanainj Airport is Bank Airstrip (PG-0045), about 4.6 nm to the ssw, followed by Kombaku Airstrip and Yomneri Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kanainj Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.