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Lab Lab Airport

Lab Lab Mission, Papua New Guinea160 ft elevation

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IATA

LAB

Three-letter passenger code.

ICAO

AYLB

Operational aviation identifier.

Elevation

160 ft

The elevation is typical for the region.

Coordinates

-5.72, 148.06

Lab Lab Mission map position.

Airport scale

Small Airport

The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

Lab Lab Airport overview

Lab Lab Airport (LAB) serves Lab Lab Mission, Papua New Guinea. It is listed as a small airport, so this guide focuses on practical location context, airport identifiers, nearby alternates, and the details travelers can verify before planning a route through LAB.

The airport sits at 160 feet above sea level. Its coordinates are -5.7204, 148.0566, which helps travelers compare the airport with city access points and other airports in Papua New Guinea.

Nearby alternatives include Bunsil Airport (BXZ) and Siassi Airport (SSS). Compare those pages when checking backup airports, local access, or regional routing across Oceania.

LAB planning callout

Oceania trips often involve long sectors, so protect rest, baggage, and onward domestic connection buffers. For this page, compare LAB with nearby airport links and the Papua New Guinea country guide before finalizing route choices.

Lab Lab Airport unique facts

LAB fact 1

Lab Lab Airport uses IATA code LAB and ICAO code AYLB.

LAB fact 2

LAB serves Lab Lab Mission in Papua New Guinea.

LAB fact 3

In this directory, it ranks #171 by estimated passenger scale among listed Papua New Guinea airports.

LAB fact 4

Across Oceania, this airport ranks #606 in the current featured airport set.

LAB fact 5

Lab Lab Airport is classified as a small airport, based on airport type and available passenger estimates.

LAB fact 6

LAB sits 160 feet above sea level.

Lab Lab Airport facilities

Lab Lab Airport restaurants

At LAB, check whether dining is concentrated landside or airside before settling near the gate.

LAB lounges

For Lab Lab Airport, lounge access usually depends on airline, alliance status, cabin, or paid-entry rules.

LAB WiFi

Use airport WiFi for maps, airline alerts, and transport bookings before leaving Lab Lab Airport.

Lab Lab Mission airport parking

For departures from Lab Lab Mission, compare terminal-adjacent parking with long-stay lots and shuttle timing.

LAB accessibility

Request mobility assistance with your airline before traveling through Lab Lab Airport; same-day help can be slower at peak times.

LAB ATMs

ATMs are most useful for small arrival cash needs in Papua New Guinea; compare fees before withdrawing large amounts.

LAB currency exchange

Currency desks at Lab Lab Airport are convenient after arrival, but city rates may be better for larger exchanges.

LAB car rental

Save LAB as your return point and follow airport rental-car signs rather than only city directions.

Lab Lab Airport airport hotels

Airport hotels near Lab Lab Airport are useful for early departures, long layovers, and weather-sensitive connections.

LAB medical help

For urgent health needs at LAB, ask airport staff for first aid or the nearest medical room.

LAB charging

At Lab Lab Airport, charge devices before boarding if you rely on mobile boarding passes, maps, or rideshare pickup.

LAB business travel

Lab Lab Airport business travelers should verify lounge, workspace, and fast-track options before peak departure waves.

LAB family travel

Families using LAB should confirm stroller rules, family rooms, and walking distances before security.

Lab Lab Airport transportation

LAB taxi and rideshare

Taxi or rideshare is the simplest choice at LAB when arriving late or carrying luggage into Lab Lab Mission.

LAB train or metro

If rail is available at Lab Lab Airport, compare it against traffic-sensitive road transfers before choosing a taxi.

LAB bus and coaches

Bus service is usually the best-value option for Lab Lab Mission, but confirm stop location and operating hours for early departures from LAB.

LAB driving and car rental

For rental cars, save the airport code LAB in navigation and follow terminal-specific return signs rather than only city-center directions.

Lab Lab Airport location

LAB

Lab Lab Airport

-5.7204, 148.0566

Bunsil Airport

21 km from LAB

Siassi Airport

31 km from LAB

Aumo Airport

43 km from LAB

Cape Gloucester Airport

50 km from LAB

Lab Lab Airport traveler tips

LAB tip 1

Check the departure board before settling in; smaller schedules can cluster around a few busy waves.

LAB tip 2

Weather delays are usually more tied to regional systems than airport elevation.

LAB tip 3

Confirm ground transport availability for late arrivals, especially outside the main city center.

LAB tip 4

For photos and window views, note the field orientation around -5.72 latitude and 148.06 longitude.

LAB tip 5

If flying general aviation or charter, verify operating hours, handling, and fuel availability before departure.

LAB tip 6

Oceania trips often involve long sectors, so protect rest, baggage, and onward domestic connection buffers.

Lab Lab Airport FAQ

Where is Lab Lab Airport located?

Lab Lab Airport (LAB) is located in Lab Lab Mission, Papua New Guinea, at coordinates -5.7204, 148.0566.

What is the IATA code for Lab Lab Airport?

The IATA code for Lab Lab Airport is LAB. Its ICAO code is AYLB.

Is Lab Lab Airport a large airport?

Lab Lab Airport is classified as a small airport in the OurAirports dataset and reads as a small airport in this guide. The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

How early should I arrive at LAB?

For Lab Lab Airport, arrive earlier during morning and evening departure banks. International travelers should generally plan more buffer than domestic travelers, especially if bags or document checks are involved.

What elevation is Lab Lab Airport?

Lab Lab Airport is 160 feet above sea level; The elevation is typical for the region..

Does Lab Lab Airport have scheduled airline service?

Lab Lab Airport is marked as not having scheduled service in the current airport dataset.

What city does LAB serve?

LAB primarily serves Lab Lab Mission and the surrounding region.

Are there nearby airports to LAB?

Nearby comparison airports include Bunsil Airport (BXZ) and Siassi Airport (SSS).

What transport should I check first at LAB?

Oceania trips often involve long sectors, so protect rest, baggage, and onward domestic connection buffers. For Lab Lab Airport, compare fixed-link transit, official taxis, rideshare pickup, and hotel transfer options before arrival.

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