Santo Pekoa International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 11h 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 Santo Pekoa International Airport
Santo International Airport is an airport in Luganville on Espiritu Santo in Vanuatu. The airport used to be called Santo-Pekoa International airport until it was renamed in the Vanuatu AIPV amendment released on 16 June 2021. Airports Vanuatu Limited provides aviation services for the airport.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
NVSSLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 6,523 ft / 1,988 m | 98 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.100 MHz |
| FSS | PORT VILA FLT SVC | 655.300 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORT VILA CTA | Class D | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL245 |
| PORT VILA | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Vanuatu airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Santo Pekoa International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Santo Pekoa International Airport?
The ICAO code for Santo Pekoa International Airport is NVSS, and its IATA code is SON.
Where is Santo Pekoa International Airport located?
Santo Pekoa International Airport is medium airport located in Luganville, Vanuatu, at an elevation of 184 ft (56 m).
How many runways does Santo Pekoa International Airport have?
Santo Pekoa International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,523 ft / 1,988 m.
Which airlines fly to Santo Pekoa International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Santo Pekoa International Airport include Air Vanuatu, Qantas (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Santo Pekoa International Airport?
Historical data lists 10 nonstop destinations from Santo Pekoa International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Santo Pekoa International Airport in?
Santo Pekoa International Airport is in the Pacific/Efate time zone (UTC+11:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Santo Pekoa International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Santo Pekoa International Airport is approximately 11.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Santo Pekoa International Airport?
The nearest airport to Santo Pekoa International Airport is Walaha Airport (WLH), about 27.8 nm to the ene, followed by Redcliffe Airport and Norsup Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Santo Pekoa International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.