Non-stop flights from Buka Island (BUA)
Buka Island Airport (IATA: BUA, ICAO: AYBK), also known as Buka Island Airport, is a small airport in Papua New Guinea with domestic flights only.
At present, there are 3 domestic flights from Buka Island.
The longest flight from Buka Island BUA is a 580 mile (933 km) non-stop route to Port Moresby POM. This direct flight takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes and is operated by Air Niugini.
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Airlines flying from Buka Island Popular destinations from Buka Island Popular destinations with a stopover Points & Miles information Destinations by flight duration Best time to travel from Buka Island Business Class flights International flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQAirlines flying from Buka Island
In total there are 2 airlines flying from and to Buka Island. These carriers are:
Popular destinations from Buka Island
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Buka Island, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Buka Island that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Buka Island. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles.
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Destinations from Buka Island by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Buka Island below, organized by flight duration. This layout allows you to easily identify destinations based on the maximum flight duration you prefer. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!
From Buka Island, where can I fly in 1 hour?
Where can I fly from Buka Island within 2 hours?
Best time to travel from Buka Island
From Buka Island, you can fly directly to places, each offering a experience. Below, you'll find helpful information to plan your trip at the ideal time of the year!
🌴 Tropical destinations
As of April, you can fly non-stop to 3 tropical locations. These areas are renowned for their rainforests, beaches, and adventurous activities like hiking, diving, and wildlife exploration.
🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
The tropical spots in the Southern Hemisphere have their dry season from May to October, making it the best time to explore these beautiful destinations. During this dry period, you can expect mostly clear skies. Although the temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F), the wet season can bring days of rain.
Business class flights from Buka Island
There are 2 airports that have flights from Buka Island in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from BUA are listed below:
International flights from Buka Island
Currently there are no international flights departing from Buka Island. To get from Buka Island to another country you will need a flight with a stopover, for example through Port Moresby or Rabaul.
Domestic flights from Buka Island
Flights from Buka Island to Papua New Guinea
There are 3 airports in Papua New Guinea that have non-stop domestic flights from Buka Island.
Direct flights to Kieta are offered by Airlines PNG.
The only airline with direct flights to Port Moresby is Air Niugini.
You can fly non-stop to Rabaul with Air Niugini or Airlines PNG.
All flights to Papua New Guinea
Alternative airports near Buka Island
There is one alternative airport to Buka Island (BUA) within a range of 125 miles (200 km), which is Kieta (KIE).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Buka Island?
There is 1 airport in Buka Island: Buka Island Airport (BUA).
What is the best airport to fly from Buka Island?
The most convenient airport to fly from Buka Island is Buka Island Airport (BUA).
How many airlines fly from Buka Island?
There are 2 airlines flying from Buka Island to 3 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly from Buka Island?
Airlines PNG and Air Niugini are the only airlines flying from Buka Island.
Which alliances are flying from Buka Island?
There are no alliances flying from Buka Island at the moment.
How many nonstop flights are there from Buka Island?
There are roughly 43 flights departing from Buka Island every month (or 7 flights each week), to a total of 3 airports - all within Papua New Guinea.
What is the official name of Buka Island Airport?
The official name of Buka Island Airport is Buka Island Airport.
What is the airport code of Buka Island Airport?
The airport code of Buka Island Airport is BUA.
What are the most popular flights from Buka Island?
Rabaul, Kieta and Port Moresby are the 3 most popular routes from Buka Island. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Buka Island, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Buka Island?
| Buka Island to Rabaul | 40m |
| Buka Island to Kieta | 45m |
| Buka Island to Port Moresby | 1h 30m |
