Kitava Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 56m 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 Kitava Airport
Kitava Airport is a small airport in Kitava Island, Papua New Guinea (IATA KVE). It sits at an elevation of 194 ft (59 m). It observes Pacific/Port Moresby local time. The nearest airport is Losuia Airport (LSA), about 16.4 nm to the wnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
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 Kitava Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Kitava Airport?
Kitava Airport uses the IATA code KVE.
Where is Kitava Airport located?
Kitava Airport is small airport located in Kitava Island, Papua New Guinea, at an elevation of 194 ft (59 m).
What time zone is Kitava Airport in?
Kitava Airport is in the Pacific/Port Moresby time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kitava Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kitava Airport is approximately 6.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kitava Airport?
The nearest airport to Kitava Airport is Losuia Airport (LSA), about 16.4 nm to the wnw, followed by Wapolu Airport and Salamo Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kitava Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.