Nusatupe Airport - GZO

Nusatupe Airport serves the city of Gizo, Solomon Islands. It is located just a few kilometers from Gizo in Nusatupe, Solomon Islands. It operates under the IATA code GZO and the ICAO code AGGN. It is a regular destination for Solomon Airlines. Also known as Gizo Airport, it also serves other areas including Buala, Kamaosi, Honiara in the Solomon Islands and more. The airport’s coordinates are 8°05′55″S 156°51′51″E. Destinations served by Nusatupe Airport include Balalae, Munda, Hoiara, and Choiseul Bay. In addition to commercial flights, the airport also caters to chartered flights.

Best Time to Visit

Nusatupe Airport was built during World War II in order to support the U.S. Air Force’s operations in the Solomon Islands. Flattening two islands and then joining them together using the excess created the airport. In 2011, development was undertaken to help address the abrupt level change that occurs midway on the runway. This development was undertaken with the help of a New Zealand Aid Program. A ferry service was then subsequently added to transport passengers to and from Gizo, Solomon Islands. Private boats are also able to load from the Jetty. The main airline that operates in Nusatupe Airport is the country’s national airline, Solomon Airlines.

What to Do & Area Attractions

There are a handful of great hotels located in the area served by the Nusatupe Airport. This includes the well-rated Imagination Island on Gizo, Solomon Islands. It is just 13 minutes away from the Nusatupe Airport. It is close to attractions like Kennedy Island. Another nearby airport is the Rekona Lodge, located 1.6 miles from the airport.

An alternative airport to reach your destination is the Barakoma Airport.