# AKE — Akieni Airport

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

Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/ake
HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/ake
Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/ake.md
JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/AKE.json (includes live arrivals + weather)
Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml
Last refreshed: 2026-06-21T07:07:43.68+00:00

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## Identity

- Name: Akieni Airport
- IATA: AKE
- ICAO: FOGA
- City: Akieni
- Country: GA (GA)
- Timezone: Africa/Libreville
- Runways: 1
- Terminals: 1

## Overview

Welcome Akieni Airport (AKE) is a unique airfield located in a remote mining and forestry region of eastern Gabon. Unlike the bustling international hubs, this airport operates more like a rural airstrip with minimal formal facilities. Travelers often experience ultra-fast arrivals and departures but should not expect on-site services as they would in larger airports. It's more of a functional gateway to the surrounding inland Gabon, making it essential to plan every aspect of your trip in advance, including accommodations, transportation, and essential items. At a glance Akieni Airport serves a very low-traffic area, primarily catering to professionals involved in mining, forestry, and NGO projects. With a single runway and no defined terminal sections beyond the Main Terminal, Akieni Airport prioritizes functionality over amenities. It’s crucial to ensure all travel logistics are settled before arriving, as the airport provides very little in terms of commercial offerings or infrastructure. Your journey truly begins the moment you step off the tarmac. Terminals & layout The Main Terminal at Akieni Airport is the only terminal, and it operates with the utmost simplicity. It's a si…

## Terminals (1)

- **Main Terminal**
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ake/terminals/main

## Insider tips

- _Local_: Use Akieni as a gateway to explore Gabon’s rainforest rather than lingering at the airstrip.
- _Time_: Ensure you arrive early at your hub airport, as critical trip preparations like check-in and shopping will occur there, not at Akieni.
- _Insider_: Organize your pick-up with your hotel or a local contact; relying on on-site transport will leave you stranded.
- _Avoid_: Don't expect ATMs or currency exchange; carry sufficient CFA francs in cash for local transactions.
- _Money_: Pre-booking all logistics minimizes unexpected expenses and stress on arrival.
- _Quiet_: Appreciate the simplicity; enjoy the absence of crowds and speedy baggage handoff.
- _Insider_: A pre-arranged local driver will often turn into a personalized guide as you journey into Gabon.

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## Live data

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