Kwailabesi Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 11h 41m 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 Kwailabesi Airport
Kwailabesi Airport is a small airport in Kwailabesi, Solomon Islands (ICAO AGKW, IATA KWS). It sits at an elevation of 52 ft (16 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 1,896 ft / 578 m. It observes Pacific/Guadalcanal local time. The nearest airport is Manaoba Airport (MHM), about 2.6 nm to the ne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
AGKWLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 1,896 ft / 578 m | 66 ft | Limestone/grass | Unlit | Open |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Kwailabesi Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kwailabesi Airport?
The ICAO code for Kwailabesi Airport is AGKW, and its IATA code is KWS.
Where is Kwailabesi Airport located?
Kwailabesi Airport is small airport located in Kwailabesi, Solomon Islands, at an elevation of 52 ft (16 m).
How many runways does Kwailabesi Airport have?
Kwailabesi Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 1,896 ft / 578 m.
What time zone is Kwailabesi Airport in?
Kwailabesi Airport is in the Pacific/Guadalcanal time zone (UTC+11:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kwailabesi Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kwailabesi 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 Kwailabesi Airport?
The nearest airport to Kwailabesi Airport is Manaoba Airport (MHM), about 2.6 nm to the ne, followed by Gwaunaru'u Airport and Uru Harbour Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kwailabesi Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.