Gateway to the Western Province of Solomon Islands.
Opened
1943
Location
Munda, Solomon Islands
Munda Airport (IATA: MUA, ICAO: AGGM) is a domestic airport located in Munda, the main town of the New Georgia Islands in the Western Province of the Solomon Islands. It serves as an important regional hub connecting the Western Province to the capital Honiara and other island destinations.
The airport has historical significance, as the area around Munda was the site of intense fighting during World War II. The airstrip was originally constructed by Japanese forces during the war and later captured and expanded by Allied forces in 1943.
Today, Munda Airport supports tourism to the Western Province, which is known for its diving sites, lagoons, and WWII heritage. The facility handles light regional aircraft and provides a vital transport link for communities across the island group.
Terminals
The airport has a small, single terminal building suited to regional domestic operations with basic passenger facilities.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from the airport to Munda town and nearby lodges is primarily via taxi or hotel transfers, with no formal public bus service.
Airlines here
Solomon Airlines is the primary carrier operating scheduled services through Munda Airport.
Notable facts
- ›The airstrip was originally built by Japanese forces during World War II and captured by Allied forces in August 1943.
- ›Munda serves as the main gateway for tourists visiting the Western Province's renowned dive sites.
- ›The airport supports floatplane and light aircraft operations to remote island communities.
- ›WWII relics, including aircraft wrecks, can be found in the surrounding area.
- ›The airport is one of the largest in the Solomon Islands outside of Honiara's Henderson International Airport.
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