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Gurney Airport

Gurney, Papua New Guinea

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Gurney Airport

Gurney, Papua New Guinea

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Gateway to Milne Bay Province in Papua New Guinea.

Location

Alotau, Papua New Guinea

Gurney Airport (IATA: GUR, ICAO: AYGN) is the primary commercial airport serving Alotau, the capital of Milne Bay Province in Papua New Guinea. Located near the town of Gurney, approximately 11 kilometres from Alotau, the airport provides essential air connections for the province's residents and visitors. The airport plays a vital role in regional connectivity, linking Milne Bay Province to Port Moresby and other domestic destinations. Milne Bay is known for its world-class diving sites, and the airport serves as an important entry point for dive tourism in the area. Named after the nearby settlement of Gurney, the airport has historical significance as the site of a World War II airfield used by Allied forces during the New Guinea campaign. Its runway infrastructure supports turboprop and regional jet operations.

Terminals

The airport has a modest single terminal building suited to regional passenger volumes.

Getting to & from

Taxis and PMV (Public Motor Vehicle) transport are available to connect the airport to Alotau town, approximately 11 kilometres away.

Airlines here

Air Niugini is the primary carrier operating scheduled services at Gurney Airport, connecting Alotau to Port Moresby and other domestic points.

Notable facts

›Gurney Airport is located about 11 km from Alotau, the capital of Milne Bay Province.
›The site served as a significant Allied airfield during World War II's New Guinea campaign.
›Milne Bay Province is internationally renowned for its pristine dive sites, driving tourism through the airport.
›The airport primarily handles domestic flights, with Port Moresby as the key connection.
›The airport is named after the nearby Gurney settlement, not an individual person.

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Gateway to Papua New Guinea's remote Milne Bay island wilderness

Gurney Airport, serving the Alotau area of Milne Bay Province in Papua New Guinea, is the primary air access point for one of the country's most historically significant and ecologically rich regions. The airport sits near the site of the 1942 Battle of Milne Bay, a pivotal World War II engagement. It connects the scattered islands and communities of Milne Bay to Port Moresby and supports both domestic travel and dive tourism.

Terminals

Main Terminal — A small single-terminal facility handling domestic arrivals and departures with basic passenger amenities.

Ground Transport

Taxis and PMV (public motor vehicles) available outside the terminal
Hotel shuttle transfers arranged through local accommodation providers
Car hire through local operators in Alotau town

Nearby Hotels

Alotau International Hotel
Midtown Hotel Alotau
Nuli Sapi Guesthouse

Dining

In-terminal dining options are very limited, with basic refreshments available at the airport. Alotau town, a short drive away, offers local restaurants serving Papua New Guinean cuisine and some international staples. Travellers are advised to carry snacks for onward island connections.

Traveller Tips

Confirm your flight time the day before departure as schedules can change with little notice.
Carry local kina currency as card payment facilities are limited in the region.
Arrange hotel transfers in advance as taxis are not always readily available outside peak arrival times.
Allow extra time for check-in as security and baggage handling can be unhurried.

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Route map (4 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

Airlines PNG

Air Niugini

Routes

GUR → LSACG · DH8

GUR → PNPCG · DH8

GUR → MISCG · DH8

GUR → POMCG · DH8

GUR → MISPX · DH8

GUR → POMPX · DH3 DH4 DH8

Aircraft operating here

DH86 routes De Havilland Canada DHC-8-300 Dash 81 routes De Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q1 routes

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