Tufi Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 11h 38m 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 Tufi Airport
Tufi Airport is an airport in Tufi, Papua New Guinea built in the 1960s by the Australian Army. It consists of a single 920 by 30 meters unpaved runway along a 059-239 degree axis. There is no control tower and refueling is not available. Air Niugini flights are typically scheduled on Monday (POM-PNP-TFI-POM) and Friday (POM-TFI-PNP-POM). Tropic Air also schedules irregular cargo and passenger charter flights.
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Live weather
AYTULive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 2,887 ft / 880 m | 59 ft | Grassed Yellow Gravel | Unlit | Open |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
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 Tufi Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Tufi Airport?
The ICAO code for Tufi Airport is AYTU, and its IATA code is TFI.
Where is Tufi Airport located?
Tufi Airport is small airport located in Tufi, Papua New Guinea, at an elevation of 85 ft (26 m).
How many runways does Tufi Airport have?
Tufi Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,887 ft / 880 m.
Which airlines fly to Tufi Airport?
Airlines historically serving Tufi Airport include Airlines PNG (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Tufi Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Tufi Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Tufi Airport in?
Tufi Airport is in the Pacific/Port Moresby time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tufi Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tufi Airport is approximately 6.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tufi Airport?
The nearest airport to Tufi Airport is Wanigela Airport (AGL), about 18.5 nm to the ssw, followed by Biniguni Airport and Embessa Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tufi Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.