Kosrae International Airport is a small regional airport serving Kosrae Island in the Federated States of Micronesia. It has a single runway and a small terminal handling inter‑island flights and limited services.
Terminal Guide for Kosrae International Airport #
The terminal is very small and straightforward - a single building handling check‑in, arrivals and departures. Facilities are limited and queues are typically short; the building is walkable end‑to‑end.
Getting to and From Kosrae International Airport #
Ground connections are minimal; taxis or hotel/guesthouse pickups are the typical way to reach accommodation from the airport. Distances on the island are short, and travel times to most villages are brief.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Kosrae International Airport #
Expect only essential facilities: a small waiting area, basic restrooms and possibly a small snack kiosk. Wi‑Fi, lounges, and extensive retail are not available. Plan accordingly for any onward needs.
Tips for Kosrae International Airport #
- Very small airport: Kosrae’s airport is tiny with limited daily flights - confirm departure days and times well in advance.
- Bring essentials: Expect minimal food, retail, or ground‑transport services at the airfield; bring water and any needed medication for short waits.
Weather & Climate near Kosrae International Airport #
Kosrae International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 24°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (5289 mm/year), wettest in April.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 24° - 31° | 31° | 386 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.9 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.7h |
| February | Good | 24° - 31° | 31° | 457 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.4 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 11.8h |
| March | Good | 24° - 31° | 31° | 487 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.3 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Good | 24° - 31° | 31° | 572 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.1 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.1h |
| May | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 32° | 492 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.3h |
| June | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 32° | 462 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.0 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.3h |
| July | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 434 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.0 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.3h |
| August | Good | 24° - 31° | 32° | 403 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.1 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.2h |
| September | Good | 24° - 31° | 31° | 379 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.0 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.0h |
| October | Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 323 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.0 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 11.9h |
| November | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 32° | 401 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.1 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.8h |
| December | Good | 24° - 31° | 31° | 493 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.8 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.7h |
