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Honiara Intl /Henderson Field (AGGH/HIR) — Honiara, Solomon Islands

Honiara Intl /Henderson Field (AGGH/HIR) serves Honiara, Solomon Islands. This is a major international airport with 1 runway (06/24). Field elevation is 28 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 10/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: AGGH
  • Name: Honiara Intl /Henderson Field
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: -9.428
  • Longitude: 160.054993
  • Elevation: 28 ft
  • Country: Solomon Islands
  • Municipality: Honiara
  • IATA Code: HIR
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: AGGG
  • Timezone: Pacific/Guadalcanal
  • Distance from City: 8.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 06/24

  • Designation: 06/24
  • Dimensions: 7218 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: SALS/SALSF, PAPI
  • NAVAIDs: NDB HN 348 kHz, VOR-DME HN 113.6 MHz
  • Approach Types: RNAV (GPS), VOR, Visual
  • Remarks: Rwy 24 right-hand pattern. Rising ground W of airport, high terrain within 4 NM. Threshold crack on Rwy 06. VOR/DME and NDB currently ATS unmonitored (NOTAMs A0041/26, A0040/26). Construction crane up to 25.5m E of airport (NOTAM A0031/26, valid until Jul 2026).

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.100 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: 118.100 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 118.100 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 21:00 – 05:30
Tuesday 21:00 – 05:30
Wednesday 21:00 – 05:30
Thursday 21:00 – 05:30
Friday 21:00 – 05:30
Saturday 21:00 – 05:30
Sunday 21:00 – 05:30
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: 0800-1630 local (UTC+11) daily. AFIS 118.1 MHz. Fire category 7.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +677 36720
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +677 36077
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.flysolomons.com/plan/honiara-airport
  • Remarks: Fax: +677 36076. Email: [email protected]. Ministry of Communication and Aviation: +677 36108. CAASI: https://www.caasi.gov.sb/ Tel: +677 36563 / +677 36567 / +677 36722.

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: +677 36077
  • Remarks: PPR required for non-scheduled flights. Landing permit via CAASI min 72 hrs prior.

Customs

  • Open: 21:00
  • Close: 05:30
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: Available during airport operating hours 0800-1630 local (UTC+11).

Fees

  • Landing Fee: 120 SBD per 1000 kg MTOW
  • Parking Fee: 60 SBD per 1000 kg per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: SBD
  • Remarks: Ground handling mandatory. Landing permit required for non-scheduled operations.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-04
  • Remarks: Available but supply subject to change. PPR for non-scheduled flights. Contact Shell Pacific Islands Ltd. Confirm availability before arrival.
  • Fuel Type: AVGAS
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-04
  • Remarks: AVGAS reported available. Confirm availability before arrival.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Primary international port of entry. Landing permit required — apply to CAASI min 72 hrs in advance (flight schedule, AOC, COA, COI, COR, noise certificate, radio license). Visa-free 90-day permit on arrival for Commonwealth, US, most European citizens. Passport 6+ months validity.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: 05:30
  • Curfew End: 21:00
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Airport closed 05:30-21:00 UTC (1630-0800 local) daily. Rising ground W end, high terrain within 4 NM. Construction crane 25.5m E of airport (NOTAM A0031/26, until Jul 2026).

Alternates

AGGM

  • ICAO: AGGM
  • Name: Munda Airport
  • Distance (NM): 178.1
  • Has IFR: No
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

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Solomon Islands Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 3d Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours prior to departure
  • Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours prior to departure
Private / GA Operations:

AOC not required for private aircraft. Other documentation (airworthiness, insurance, noise, registration) still required.

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Active NOTAMs

A0119/26 warning
Aerodrome restriction
CTN, CRANE HGT 25.5M WIP AT PSN: S09 428108 E160 048672, S09 428026 E160 048938, S09 428286 E160 049023, S09 428374 E160 048773. NEW ATS TOWER SITE, 194M EAST OF DOMESTIC APRON.
2026-07-10 02:30:00 2026-10-31 07:00:00
A0120/26 warning
Aerodrome restriction
CTN, CONCRETE PUMP HGT 18M (60FT) WIP AT PSN: S09 428108 E160 048672, S09 428026 E160 048938, S09 428286 E160 049023, S09 428374 E160 048773. NEW ATS TOWER SITE, 194M EAST OF DOMESTIC APRON.
2026-07-10 02:30:00 2026-10-31 07:00:00
A0121/26 warning
Aerodrome restriction
CTN, EXCAVATOR HGT 8.5M (28FT) WIP AT PSN: S09 428108 E160 048672, S09 428026 E160 048938, S09 428286 E160 049023, S09 428374 E160 048773.NEW ATS TOWER SITE, 194M EAST OF DOMESTIC APRON.
2026-07-10 02:30:00 2026-10-31 07:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of AGGH?
Honiara Intl /Henderson Field operates from 21:00 to 05:30.
What is the tower frequency at AGGH?
The tower frequency at Honiara Intl /Henderson Field is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at AGGH?
Honiara Intl /Henderson Field offers JET A-1, AVGAS.
Does AGGH require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Honiara Intl /Henderson Field (Solomon Islands).
Is customs available at AGGH?
Yes, customs at Honiara Intl /Henderson Field is available from 21:00 to 05:30.
Does AGGH require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at Honiara Intl /Henderson Field.
Where is AGGH located?
Honiara Intl /Henderson Field (AGGH) is located in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
What is the IATA code for AGGH?
The IATA code for Honiara Intl /Henderson Field is HIR.
How long is the runway at AGGH?
The main runway at Honiara Intl /Henderson Field (06/24) measures 7218 X 148.
Is AGGH a port of entry?
Yes, Honiara Intl /Henderson Field is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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