Lifou Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 39m 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 Lifou Airport
Ouanaham Airport is an airport serving Lifou, Lifou Island, New Caledonia.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
NWWLNOTAMs
NWWLReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 3,609 ft / 1,100 m | 98 ft | Mac | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | TONTOUTA INFO | 125.100 MHz |
| APP | TONTOUTA APP | 119.700 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.500 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lifou Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Lifou Airport?
The ICAO code for Lifou Airport is NWWL, and its IATA code is LIF.
Where is Lifou Airport located?
Lifou Airport is medium airport located in Lifou, New Caledonia, at an elevation of 92 ft (28 m).
How many runways does Lifou Airport have?
Lifou Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,609 ft / 1,100 m.
Which airlines fly to Lifou Airport?
Airlines historically serving Lifou Airport include Iberworld (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Lifou Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Lifou Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Lifou Airport in?
Lifou Airport is in the Pacific/Noumea time zone (UTC+11:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lifou Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lifou Airport is approximately 12.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lifou Airport?
The nearest airport to Lifou Airport is Tiga Airport (TGJ), about 37.1 nm to the ese, followed by Ouvéa Airport and Maré Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lifou Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.