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Norsup Airport

Norsup, Vanuatu

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Norsup Airport

Norsup, Vanuatu

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Gateway to Malekula Island in Vanuatu's archipelago.

Location

Norsup, Vanuatu

Norsup Airport (IATA: NUS, ICAO: NVSP) is a small domestic airport serving the town of Norsup on Malekula Island, Vanuatu's second-largest island. It provides essential air connectivity for local communities and visitors to the region. The airport operates limited scheduled domestic services, primarily linking Malekula with the capital Port Vila. Given Vanuatu's island geography, air transport is critical for both passenger movement and the supply of goods to this remote area. The facility is modest in scale, reflecting the relatively small population it serves, and handles light aircraft typical of regional Pacific island aviation.

Terminals

The airport has a single basic terminal building suited to the low passenger volumes of a remote domestic island airport.

Getting to & from

Ground transport to and from the airport typically consists of taxis and informal vehicle hire, as Norsup lacks a formal public bus network.

Airlines here

Air Vanuatu and smaller regional operators such as Unity Airlines have provided scheduled and charter services to Norsup.

Notable facts

›Norsup Airport serves Malekula, the second-largest island in Vanuatu.
›The airport is a key domestic hub for communities on Malekula that lack reliable sea connections.
›The runway is an unsealed or lightly sealed strip suited to small propeller aircraft.
›Port Vila's Bauerfield International Airport is the main connecting hub for flights to Norsup.
›Malekula is known for its cultural diversity, with dozens of distinct local languages spoken on the island.

Wikipedia

This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.

A remote gateway opening Malekula Island to the wider Pacific world

Norsup Airport serves the town of Norsup on Malekula Island, Vanuatu's second-largest island and one of its most culturally diverse. The airstrip functions as a vital lifeline for communities across Malekula, connecting remote villages to Port Vila and beyond. Its modest infrastructure reflects the rural character of the region it serves.

Terminals

Main Terminal — A small single-room terminal building handling arrivals and departures for domestic inter-island flights.

Ground Transport

Taxi and informal hire vehicles available outside the terminal
Local minibus services connecting Norsup to nearby villages
Walking access to central Norsup town

Nearby Hotels

Norsup Guesthouse
Malekula Bungalows
Local family-run guesthouses in Norsup town

Dining

There are no formal dining facilities inside the terminal itself. Visitors can find simple local food stalls and small trade stores in Norsup town offering fresh produce, basic meals, and refreshments. Malekula is known for its traditional root crops, tropical fruits, and fresh seafood available at local markets.

Traveller Tips

Confirm flight schedules directly with Air Vanuatu or local charter operators as timetables can change frequently.
Carry sufficient cash as ATM and card facilities are extremely limited in Norsup.
Arrive at the airport well before your flight as check-in facilities are basic and staffing is minimal.
Respect local custom protocols when visiting villages — ask permission before photographing and dress modestly.

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Route map (5 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

Air Vanuatu

Routes

NUS → CCVNF · DHT YN2

NUS → SONNF · DHT YN2

NUS → LPMNF · DHT

NUS → SWJNF · DHT

NUS → VLINF · YN2 DHT BNI

Aircraft operating here

De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter5 routes Harbin Yunshuji Y123 routes Pilatus Britten-Norman BN-2A/B Islander1 routes

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