Airport
Daru Airport is a medium airport in Daru, Papua New Guinea with scheduled passenger flights. Its longest runway is 1,400 m long (asphalt), at an elevation of 6 m (20 ft).
Daru Airport, located in the city of Daru, is a domestic airport in Papua New Guinea. It serves as a key point for local flights connecting residents and businesses to other regions of the country. The airport has the IATA code DAU and is primarily used by regional airlines for passenger transport.
Facilities at Daru Airport include a single terminal handling both arrivals and departures. The airport is equipped to manage a modest volume of traffic, supporting the connectivity demands of the local populace. Notable airlines operating at the airport include Air Niugini, providing essential links to major destinations in Papua New Guinea.
Daru Airport holds significant importance for the local economy and community, established to foster accessibility in the region. It plays a vital role in supporting the movement of goods and services, further linking the city of Daru to the national transportation network.
Airport facts from OurAirports (public domain), checked Oct 16, 2026.
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