Kairuku Airport
Daylight today(Oct 14, 2026, local time)
About 12h 17m 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 Kairuku Airport
Kairuku Airport is a small airport in Yule Island, Papua New Guinea (ICAO AYRK, IATA RKU). It sits at an elevation of 45 ft (14 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,117 ft / 950 m. It observes Pacific/Port Moresby local time. The nearest airport is Kubuna Airstrip (AYKN), about 15.7 nm to the ene.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
AYRKNOTAMs
AYRKReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 3,117 ft / 950 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 Kairuku Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kairuku Airport?
The ICAO code for Kairuku Airport is AYRK, and its IATA code is RKU.
Where is Kairuku Airport located?
Kairuku Airport is small airport located in Yule Island, Papua New Guinea, at an elevation of 45 ft (14 m).
How many runways does Kairuku Airport have?
Kairuku Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,117 ft / 950 m.
What time zone is Kairuku Airport in?
Kairuku Airport is in the Pacific/Port Moresby time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kairuku Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kairuku Airport is approximately 5.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kairuku Airport?
The nearest airport to Kairuku Airport is Kubuna Airstrip (AYKN), about 15.7 nm to the ene, followed by Iokea Airport and Lese Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kairuku Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.