Motu Mute Airport
Bora Bora Airport is the main air gateway for Bora Bora, serving Motu Mute in French Polynesia. Identified by IATA code BOB and ICAO code NTTB, it is classified as a medium airport and handles the flights that connect this famous lagoon destination with the wider islands of Tahiti and beyond. Its setting is part of the arrival experience: travellers land in a low-lying tropical environment that feels close to the water, with the airport sitting at just 10 feet, or 3 metres, above sea level.
About Motu Mute Airport
Bora Bora Airport is the main air gateway for Bora Bora, serving Motu Mute in French Polynesia. Identified by IATA code BOB and ICAO code NTTB, it is classified as a medium airport and handles the flights that connect this famous lagoon destination with the wider islands of Tahiti and beyond. Its setting is part of the arrival experience: travellers land in a low-lying tropical environment that feels close to the water, with the airport sitting at just 10 feet, or 3 metres, above sea level.
Overview
Bora Bora Airport is the main air gateway for Bora Bora, serving Motu Mute in French Polynesia. Identified by IATA code BOB and ICAO code NTTB, it is classified as a medium airport and handles the flights that connect this famous lagoon destination with the wider islands of Tahiti and beyond. Its setting is part of the arrival experience: travellers land in a low-lying tropical environment that feels close to the water, with the airport sitting at just 10 feet, or 3 metres, above sea level.
What Travellers Should Know
- Airport codes: BOB for travellers and baggage tags, NTTB for aviation and flight tracking
- Airport type: medium airport serving Bora Bora via Motu Mute
- Runway: one lighted asphalt runway, 11/29, measuring 4,921 feet
- Elevation: 10 feet above sea level, reflecting its very low coastal location
- Time zone: Pacific/Tahiti, useful when checking flight times and transfers
Arrival Experience
For most visitors, Bora Bora Airport is less about sprawling terminals and more about a smooth handoff into island travel. Because the airport serves Motu Mute rather than the main inhabited parts of Bora Bora, onward transport is an important part of the journey, so it is worth confirming your hotel transfer or local connection before you land. The single runway setup keeps operations straightforward, and the lighted surface supports reliable arrivals and departures. When planning flights, remember that all schedules follow Pacific/Tahiti time, which is especially important if you are coordinating with ferries, boat transfers, or inter-island connections.
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FAQ
Motu Mute 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.
9 common questions
- Motu Mute Airport is located in Bora Bora, French Polynesia (Oceania), at coordinates -16.450°, -151.750°.
- Its IATA code is BOB and its ICAO code is NTTB.
- Motu Mute Airport serves Bora Bora, French Polynesia. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Motu Mute Airport operates on Pacific/Tahiti 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.
- Motu Mute Airport sits at latitude -16.450° and longitude -151.750°. 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 BOB. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for BOB is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from BOB on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is Leeward Islands, French Polynesia, the phone number is +689 40 86 60 60, the official website is http://www.tahiti-aeroport.pf/. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- 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.