# AKS — Gwaunaru'u Airport

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

Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/aks
HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/aks
Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/aks.md
JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/AKS.json (includes live arrivals + weather)
Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml
Last refreshed: 2026-06-21T07:14:27.426+00:00

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## Identity

- Name: Gwaunaru'u Airport
- IATA: AKS
- ICAO: AGGA
- City: Auki
- Country: SB (SB)
- Timezone: Pacific/Guadalcanal
- Distance from city: dozen kilometers north of Auki
- Runways: 1
- Terminals: 1

## Overview

Welcome Gwaunaru'u Airport (AKS) is the quintessential bush airstrip rather than a commercial airport. Located on a hilltop a dozen kilometers north of Auki, it serves as a vital transport link for Malaita Province in the Solomon Islands, more akin to a rural bus stop than an aviation hub. If flying here, adjust expectations—your pilot might also be your gate agent, and "facilities" are as basic as they come. At a glance This airfield is operated by Solomon Airlines and has a single Main Terminal, handling an indeterminate number of passengers each year. Although it lacks the typical trappings of a modern airport, Gwaunaru'u is a crucial gateway for locals and aid workers traveling to the provincial capital of Auki. The airport facilitates short-haul flights to Honiara, offering a mercifully brief 30-minute journey that transcends the challenges of local road transport. Terminals & layout Gwaunaru'u Airport is as simple as it gets—think a single building functioning more like a rural bus stop. The Main Terminal is where all the action happens, limited to passenger check-ins and baggage handling, both of which are done manually. Don’t expect digital screens or a baggage carousel; ju…

## Terminals (1)

- **Main Terminal** — airlines: Solomon Airlines
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aks/terminals/main

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: Treat Gwaunaru'u like a rural airstrip. Assume nobody will be selling food, water, or essentials at the airport.
- _Time_: Flights are reschedule-prone. Flights can leave early or late, so avoid same-day international connections.
- _Avoid_: Do not rely on a public transport hub; arrange pickups in advance due to unreliable road conditions.
- _Quiet_: Local staff may feel uneasy with photos. Ask before snapping runway shots to smoothen interactions.
- _Money_: Cash is king in Auki despite limited card acceptance, so withdraw cash in Honiara when possible.
- _Local_: Enjoy a scenic prelude to your flight over Malaita by securing a window seat—left side for the best views.
- _Time_: During the wet season, safari Solomon Airlines' Facebook for alerts on weather disruptions impacting flights.
- _Avoid_: Unreliable schedules are common on domestic routes. Build in a buffer for unexpected schedule changes.

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## Live data

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