Honiara International Airport Guide

Last updated 2026-04-21 UTC

IATAHIR
ICAOAGGH
LocationHoniara, Solomon Islands
Current Local Time UTC+11

Honiara International Airport (formerly Henderson Field) sits 12 kilometres east of Honiara on the island of Guadalcanal. The site was built by Japanese forces during World War II, captured by US Marines in 1942, and converted to civilian use in 1969. It is the Solomon Islands' only international airport.

The airport has two terminals: a newer international terminal with air-conditioned departures, security, passport control, and a café, and a separate domestic terminal for inter-island flights. Solomon Airlines uses Honiara as its primary hub and operates to over 30 domestic and international destinations.

Solomon Islands Airport Corporation Limited (SIACL), a state-owned enterprise formed in October 2023, manages the airport. International carriers include Air Niugini, Fiji Airways, and Qantas, connecting Honiara to Brisbane, Nadi, and Port Moresby. The airport handled its busiest period on record during the 2023 Pacific Games.

🚗 Car Rentals

1 option
  • Avis Solomon Islands

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🛋️ Lounges

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  • Solomon Airlines

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🏨 Hotels

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  • Heritage Park Hotel

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🚌 Shuttles

1 option
  • Hapi Isles Tours & Transfers

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🛫 Terminals

2 terminals
  • International TerminalInternational

    Solomon Airlines, Air Niugini, Fiji Airways, Qantas

  • Domestic TerminalDomestic

    Solomon Airlines

🏙️ Nearby cities

1 city
  • Honiara12 km west

🗺️ Airport Location

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Runways1
Opened1969
Coordinates-9.43°, 160.05°
Operated BySolomon Islands Airport Corporation Limited (SIACL)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Honiara International Airport?

Honiara International Airport uses the following codes: IATA: HIR, ICAO: AGGH. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Honiara International Airport located?

Honiara International Airport is located in Honiara, Solomon Islands. The airport coordinates are -9.4280°, 160.0550°.

What services are available at Honiara International Airport?

Honiara International Airport offers: 1 car rental companies, 1 lounges, 1 nearby hotels, 1 shuttle services. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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