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Small airport

Viru Harbour Airstrip

IATA VIUICAO SB-VIU🇸🇧 Viru
Coordinates
8.5085°S, 157.6900°E
Elevation
130 ft (40 m)
Type
Small airport
Region
SB-WE
Time zone
Guadalcanal(UTC+11:00)
Magnetic variation
8.1° E

Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)

Civil dawn
06:12
Sunrise
06:33
Sunset
18:29
Civil dusk
18:50

About 11h 56m 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 Viru Harbour Airstrip

Viru Harbour Airstrip is a small airport in Viru, Solomon Islands (IATA VIU). It sits at an elevation of 130 ft (40 m). It observes Pacific/Guadalcanal local time. The nearest airport is Sege Airport (EGM), about 11.8 nm to the ese.

Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.

Live traffic nearby

Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.

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Map

Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.

Runways (0)

No runway data recorded for this airport.

Nearby airports

Great-circle distance and true bearing from Viru Harbour Airstrip.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the airport code for Viru Harbour Airstrip?

Viru Harbour Airstrip uses the IATA code VIU.

Where is Viru Harbour Airstrip located?

Viru Harbour Airstrip is small airport located in Viru, Solomon Islands, at an elevation of 130 ft (40 m).

What time zone is Viru Harbour Airstrip in?

Viru Harbour Airstrip is in the Pacific/Guadalcanal time zone (UTC+11:00).

What is the magnetic variation at Viru Harbour Airstrip?

The magnetic variation (declination) at Viru Harbour Airstrip is approximately 8.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.

What airports are near Viru Harbour Airstrip?

The nearest airport to Viru Harbour Airstrip is Sege Airport (EGM), about 11.8 nm to the ese, followed by Ramata Airport and Batuna Aerodrome.

Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?

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