Goroka Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
GKA
ICAO Code
AYGA
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Goroka Airport is a regional airport serving Goroka town in the Eastern Highlands of Papua New Guinea. It handles domestic/regional flights connecting to other PNG centres and is a key transport link for the Highlands region. Passenger volumes are modest and the facility is oriented to regional operations rather than international hub traffic.

Goroka Airport
Elevation: 1609 m
-6.0817, 145.3920

Terminal Guide for Goroka Airport #

The terminal is a single small building serving domestic flights with basic check‑in and arrival areas; airline desks are simple and operations are suited to short regional flights. There are no multiple terminal concourses; gates and apron access are close together. Security and passenger amenities are limited compared with larger international airports.

Getting to and From Goroka Airport #

Goroka town is a short drive from the airport - typically under 10-15 minutes depending on traffic and road conditions. Ground transport options are primarily taxis, local buses, and hotel pickups.

  • Taxi / private transfer: Readily available in town; arrange or confirm price before departure.
  • Local buses / PMVs: Informal public transport exists but can be crowded and slow; taxis are more reliable for visitors.
  • Driving / parking: Short-term parking near the terminal is common; road surfaces may vary.
  • Car hire: Limited; most visitors use taxis or hotel transfers.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Goroka Airport #

Expect a small passenger terminal with limited food and retail - typically a kiosk or small café in town offers better dining. Wi‑Fi and charging points are limited; bring power banks. Accessibility can be basic: the terminal is compact but may lack full modern accessibility features, so request assistance from your airline if needed.

Hotels and Layovers near Goroka Airport #

Accommodation is concentrated in Goroka town a short drive from the airfield; there is no on‑site airport hotel. For longer layovers book a local guesthouse or hotel in town. No property-specific URLs provided.

Tips for Goroka Airport #

  • Goroka Airport has limited services; if travelling with checked luggage, expect small baggage handling facilities.
  • Taxis and hotel shuttles are the common way into Goroka town - arrange in advance where possible.
  • Weather can affect flight operations in the Highlands; monitor flight status and consider extra time for connections.

Weather & Climate near Goroka Airport #

Climate

Goroka Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 13°C to 26°C. Heavy rainfall (2017 mm/year), wettest in February.

Air Quality: AQI 67 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (242 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 26°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

242 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (256 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 26°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

256 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (247 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

247 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (193 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 26°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

193 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 26°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

138 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.7h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 25°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 24°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 25°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 25°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (183 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 26°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

183 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (189 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 26°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

189 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (239 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 26°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

239 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

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