Non-stop flights from Lae (LAE)
Lae Airport (IATA: LAE, ICAO: AYNZ), also known as Lae Nadzab Airport, is a small airport in Papua New Guinea with domestic flights only.
At present, there are 5 domestic flights from Lae.
The longest flight from Lae LAE is a 417 mile (671 km) non-stop route to Rabaul RAB. This direct flight takes around 1 hour and 50 minutes and is operated by Airlines PNG.
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Airlines flying from Lae Popular destinations from Lae Popular destinations with a stopover Points & Miles information Destinations by flight duration Best time to travel from Lae Business Class flights International flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQAirlines flying from Lae
In total there are 2 airlines flying from and to Lae. These carriers are:
Popular destinations from Lae
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Lae, 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 Lae that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Lae. 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 Lae by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Lae 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 Lae, where can I fly in 1 hour?
Where can I fly from Lae within 2 hours?
Best time to travel from Lae
From Lae, 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 March, you can fly non-stop to 5 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 Lae
There is only one airport that has Business Class flights from Lae, which is Port Moresby (POM).
International flights from Lae
Currently there are no international flights departing from Lae. To get from Lae to another country you will need a flight with a stopover, for example through Port Moresby or Rabaul.
Domestic flights from Lae
Flights from Lae to Papua New Guinea
There are 5 airports in Papua New Guinea that have non-stop domestic flights from Lae.
To Hoskins and Madang, you can fly with Airlines PNG.
You can fly non-stop from Lae to Manus Island with Air Niugini.
You can fly non-stop to Port Moresby with Air Niugini or Airlines PNG.
Direct flights to Rabaul are offered by Airlines PNG.
All flights to Papua New Guinea
Alternative airports near Lae
There are two alternative airports to Lae (LAE) within a range of 125 miles (200 km), which are Goroka (GKA) and Madang (MAG).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Lae?
There is 1 airport in Lae: Lae Nadzab Airport (LAE).
What is the best airport to fly from Lae?
The most convenient airport to fly from Lae is Lae Nadzab Airport (LAE).
How many airlines fly from Lae?
There are 2 airlines flying from Lae to 5 airports around the world, as of March 2026.
Which airlines fly from Lae?
Airlines PNG and Air Niugini are the only airlines flying from Lae.
Which alliances are flying from Lae?
There are no alliances flying from Lae at the moment.
How many nonstop flights are there from Lae?
There are roughly 209 flights departing from Lae every month (or 49 flights each week), to a total of 5 airports - all within Papua New Guinea.
What is the official name of Lae Airport?
The official name of Lae Airport is Lae Nadzab Airport.
What is the airport code of Lae Airport?
The airport code of Lae Airport is LAE.
What are the most popular flights from Lae?
Port Moresby, Hoskins and Rabaul are the 3 most popular routes from Lae. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Lae, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Lae?
| Lae to Port Moresby | 55m |
| Lae to Hoskins | 1h 25m |
| Lae to Rabaul | 1h 50m |
| Lae to Madang | 55m |
| Lae to Manus Island | 1h |
