Hiva Oa Airport
Hiva Oa-Atuona Airport is the main air gateway for Hiva Oa Island in French Polynesia, connecting visitors to one of the most remote and striking parts of the Marquesas. Listed as AUQ and NTMN, it is classified as a medium airport and sits high above sea level at 1,481 feet (451 m), a setting that reflects the island’s steep volcanic landscape. For travellers, that elevated location often means dramatic views on arrival and departure, along with weather and terrain conditions that can feel very different from low-lying tropical airports.
About Hiva Oa Airport
Hiva Oa-Atuona Airport is the main air gateway for Hiva Oa Island in French Polynesia, connecting visitors to one of the most remote and striking parts of the Marquesas. Listed as AUQ and NTMN, it is classified as a medium airport and sits high above sea level at 1,481 feet (451 m), a setting that reflects the island’s steep volcanic landscape. For travellers, that elevated location often means dramatic views on arrival and departure, along with weather and terrain conditions that can feel very different from low-lying tropical airports.
Overview
Hiva Oa-Atuona Airport is the main air gateway for Hiva Oa Island in French Polynesia, connecting visitors to one of the most remote and striking parts of the Marquesas. Listed as AUQ and NTMN, it is classified as a medium airport and sits high above sea level at 1,481 feet (451 m), a setting that reflects the island’s steep volcanic landscape. For travellers, that elevated location often means dramatic views on arrival and departure, along with weather and terrain conditions that can feel very different from low-lying tropical airports.
Key facts
- Airport name: Hiva Oa-Atuona Airport
- Codes: IATA AUQ, ICAO NTMN
- Location served: Hiva Oa Island, French Polynesia
- Runway: 02/20, 3,986 ft (asphalt, lighted)
- Time zone: Pacific/Marquesas
What travellers should know
The airport has a single lighted asphalt runway, which supports operations in a compact and straightforward layout rather than a large hub-style experience. That usually makes arrivals easier to navigate, but it also means travellers should plan ahead and keep essentials close at hand. Because the airport serves an island destination and operates in a mountainous environment, schedules can be more sensitive to local conditions than at major international airports. It is wise to confirm onward transport, allow extra flexibility in your itinerary, and be ready for a simple, practical airport experience focused on getting you onto or off Hiva Oa efficiently.
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FAQ
Hiva Oa Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Hiva Oa Airport is located in Atuona, French Polynesia (Oceania), at coordinates -9.770°, -139.010°.
- Its IATA code is AUQ and its ICAO code is NTMN.
- Hiva Oa Airport serves Atuona, French Polynesia. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Hiva Oa Airport operates on Pacific/Marquesas local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Hiva Oa Airport sits at latitude -9.770° and longitude -139.010°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from AUQ. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for AUQ is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from AUQ on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in French Polynesia. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.