Ahe Airport — Ahe Atoll, French Polynesia
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Ahe Airport (Ahe Atoll) is AHE — its ICAO code is NTHE.
Distance & flight time from AHE
Ahe Airport
Ahe Airport sits on Ahe Atoll, another of the low coral islands making up French Polynesia's Tuamotu Archipelago, its single runway just 11 feet above sea level. The airfield connects this small atoll community to Papeete and other islands across the territory. Ahe is known within French Polynesia mainly for pearl farming in its lagoon rather than for tourism infrastructure on land. Boat transport between the scattered Tuamotu islands can take considerably longer than a short flight, which is what keeps this field essential despite its small size.
Runways at Ahe Airport (AHE)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 4068 ft (1240 m) | 80 ft (24 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Ahe Airport (AHE)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | INFO | 118.9 MHz |
Airports near Ahe Airport (AHE)
- Manihi Airport (XMH) — 20.2 km (12.6 mi)
- Arutua Airport (AXR) — 99.1 km (61.6 mi)
- Takapoto Airport (TKP) — 113.2 km (70.3 mi)
- Takaroa Airport (TKX) — 132.7 km (82.5 mi)
- Kaukura Airport (KKR) — 153.0 km (95.1 mi)
- Rangiroa Airport (RGI) — 162.0 km (100.7 mi)
- Fakarava Airport (FAV) — 191.9 km (119.2 mi)
- Tikehau Airport (TIH) — 225.7 km (140.2 mi)
Pearl farm operators and buyers moving product out of Ahe's lagoon reference the code AHE on air cargo paperwork, while the same three letters help travelers booking a seat confirm they are headed to this specific atoll rather than a similarly remote neighbor.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Ahe Airport?
The IATA code for Ahe Airport is AHE.
What is the ICAO code for Ahe Airport?
The ICAO code for Ahe Airport is NTHE. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.