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Small airport

Nikunau Airport

IATA NIGICAO NGNU🇰🇮 Nikunau
Coordinates
1.3144°S, 176.4100°E
Elevation
6 ft (2 m)
Type
Small airport
Region
KI-G
Time zone
Tarawa(UTC+12:00)
Magnetic variation
10° E

Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)

Civil dawn
05:57
Sunrise
06:19
Sunset
18:22
Civil dusk
18:45

About 12h 3m 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 Nikunau Airport

Nikunau Airport

Nikunau is a low coral atoll in the Gilbert Islands. It consists of two parts, with the larger in the northwest, joined by an isthmus about 150 metres (490 ft) wide. There are several landlocked hypersaline lagoons within the island, covering about 30 hectares. The island is surrounded by a narrow fringing reef. Its vegetation is moderately dense and consists largely of coconut palms and pandanus.

Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.

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Map

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Runways (0)

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Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code for Nikunau Airport?

The ICAO code for Nikunau Airport is NGNU, and its IATA code is NIG.

Where is Nikunau Airport located?

Nikunau Airport is small airport located in Nikunau, Kiribati, at an elevation of 6 ft (2 m).

What time zone is Nikunau Airport in?

Nikunau Airport is in the Pacific/Tarawa time zone (UTC+12:00).

What is the magnetic variation at Nikunau Airport?

The magnetic variation (declination) at Nikunau Airport is approximately 10° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.

What airports are near Nikunau Airport?

The nearest airport to Nikunau Airport is Beru Airport (BEZ), about 24.3 nm to the w, followed by Onotoa Airport and Tamana Island Airport.

Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?

No. Nikunau Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.