Hoskins Airport — Kimbe, Papua New Guinea
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereHoskins Airport in Kimbe uses the IATA code HKN, with AYHK as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from HKN
Hoskins Airport
HKN is Hoskins Airport, which serves Kimbe on the island of New Britain in Papua New Guinea. The airport is a key transport link for the West New Britain province, an area known for palm oil plantations and, offshore, some of the world's most biodiverse coral reefs around Kimbe Bay. HKN supports both commercial passenger flights connecting to Port Moresby and cargo movement tied to the local agricultural economy. For divers and researchers visiting Kimbe Bay's reef systems, HKN is typically the closest air access point, making it a quiet but important gateway to this remote Pacific region.
Runways at Hoskins Airport (HKN)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 6644 ft (2025 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Hoskins Airport (HKN)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| FSS | NADZAB CNTR | 127.1 MHz |
Airports near Hoskins Airport (HKN)
- Tokua Airport (RAB) — 251.7 km (156.4 mi)
- Kavieng Airport (KVG) — 323.8 km (201.2 mi)
- Nadzab Tomodachi International Airport (LAE) — 425.1 km (264.1 mi)
- Girua Airport (PNP) — 437.7 km (272.0 mi)
- Buka Airport (BUA) — 472.2 km (293.4 mi)
- Momote Airport (MAS) — 502.6 km (312.3 mi)
- Madang Airport (MAG) — 512.1 km (318.2 mi)
- Gurney Airport (GUR) — 539.1 km (335.0 mi)
HKN travelers are often headed to Kimbe Bay diving sites; the code is sometimes searched alongside Papua New Guinea domestic flight schedules from Port Moresby.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Hoskins Airport?
The IATA code for Hoskins Airport is HKN.
What is the ICAO code for Hoskins Airport?
The ICAO code for Hoskins Airport is AYHK. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.