# AIS — Arorae Island Airport

> Machine-readable reference for AIS. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes.

Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/ais
HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/ais
Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/ais.md
JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/AIS.json (includes live arrivals + weather)
Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml
Last refreshed: 2026-06-20T06:55:02.836+00:00

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## Identity

- Name: Arorae Island Airport
- IATA: AIS
- ICAO: NGTR
- City: Arorae Island
- Country: KI (KI)
- Timezone: Pacific/Tarawa
- Distance from city: On Arorae Island
- Runways: 1
- Terminals: 1
- Annual passengers: +500
- Hub for: Air Kiribati

## Overview

Welcome Arorae Island Airport (AIS) is less of a conventional airport and more of a utilitarian airstrip, linking Kiribati’s southernmost atoll to the rest of the country. Serving as a gateway for just over 500 passengers annually, AIS sees only a handful of Air Kiribati flights each month. It's a place where arrivals feel more like stepping into a village than an airport, with the main hub of activity centered around pre-arranged logistics and the welcoming hands of local hosts. At a glance With only one runway and terminal (T1), AIS is located north of the village of Tamaroa. This airport services flights exclusively operated by Air Kiribati. There are no restaurants, lounges, shops, or parking, making it a place where simplicity reigns. Pack your patience and all your essentials as you prepare for a truly off-the-grid travel experience. Terminals & layout Arorae Island Airport operates from a single terminal, T1, absent of typical airport amenities. The terminal lacks services such as food outlets or ATMs, reflecting its role as a basic airstrip rather than a conventional airport. Check-in and boarding procedures are handled in one straightforward building, often involving handw…

## Terminals (1)

- **T1** — airlines: Air Kiribati
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ais/terminals/t1

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: Treat AIS as a purely functional airstrip: there is no evidence of on-site food, shops, or ATMs, so arrive prepared.
- _Time_: Book flights as early as possible and schedule buffer days in Tarawa or Tabiteuea to accommodate potential delays.
- _Avoid_: Confusion on arrival by arranging pick-up and drop-off with local providers in advance due to the lack of formal transportation.
- _Money_: Carry sufficient cash to mitigate the lack of ATMs and ensure access to supplies and services.
- _Quiet_: Experience the serene and stress-free environment compared to Pacific airports, often shared only with a few other travelers.
- _Local_: Shuttle directly from the airstrip to island surroundings, offering lagoon views and access to maneaba houses.
- _Insider_: Expect informal boarding with handwritten manifests and be patient with local processes.

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## Live data

Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch:
- https://airport.flights/api/airport/AIS.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache)
- https://airport.flights/airport/ais/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals
- https://airport.flights/airport/ais/departures — HTML page with live departures