TNVPLFASmall Airport

Tabuaeran Island Airport

Tabuaeran Island, KiribatiNot published ft elevation

Plan transport

IATA

TNV

Three-letter passenger code.

ICAO

PLFA

Operational aviation identifier.

Coordinates

3.90, -159.39

Tabuaeran Island 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.

Tabuaeran Island Airport overview

Tabuaeran Island Airport (TNV) serves Tabuaeran Island, Kiribati. 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 TNV.

Published runway and passenger-volume details are not available for TNV in the current dataset. Its coordinates are 3.8994, -159.3890, so travelers should confirm operating conditions, ground access, and schedules before relying on the airport for a time-sensitive trip.

Nearby alternatives include Washington Island Airstrip (TNQ) and Cassidy International Airport (CXI). Compare those pages when checking backup airports, local access, or regional routing across Oceania.

TNV planning callout

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

Tabuaeran Island Airport unique facts

TNV fact 1

Tabuaeran Island Airport uses IATA code TNV and ICAO code PLFA.

TNV fact 2

TNV serves Tabuaeran Island in Kiribati.

TNV fact 3

In this directory, it ranks #19 by estimated passenger scale among listed Kiribati airports.

TNV fact 4

Across Oceania, this airport ranks #1110 in the current featured airport set.

TNV fact 5

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

Tabuaeran Island Airport facilities

Tabuaeran Island Airport restaurants

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

TNV lounges

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

TNV WiFi

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

Tabuaeran Island airport parking

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

TNV accessibility

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

TNV ATMs

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

TNV currency exchange

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

TNV car rental

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

Tabuaeran Island Airport airport hotels

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

TNV medical help

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

TNV charging

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

TNV business travel

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

TNV family travel

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

Tabuaeran Island Airport transportation

TNV taxi and rideshare

Taxi or rideshare is the simplest choice at TNV when arriving late or carrying luggage into Tabuaeran Island.

TNV train or metro

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

TNV bus and coaches

Bus service is usually the best-value option for Tabuaeran Island, but confirm stop location and operating hours for early departures from TNV.

TNV driving and car rental

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

Tabuaeran Island Airport location

TNV

Tabuaeran Island Airport

3.8994, -159.3890

Washington Island Airstrip

143 km from TNV

Cassidy International Airport

311 km from TNV

Tongareva Airport

1444 km from TNV

Canton Island Airport

1557 km from TNV

Tabuaeran Island Airport traveler tips

TNV tip 1

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

TNV tip 2

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

TNV tip 3

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

TNV tip 4

For photos and window views, note the field orientation around 3.90 latitude and -159.39 longitude.

TNV tip 5

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

TNV tip 6

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

Tabuaeran Island Airport FAQ

Where is Tabuaeran Island Airport located?

Tabuaeran Island Airport (TNV) is located in Tabuaeran Island, Kiribati, at coordinates 3.8994, -159.3890.

What is the IATA code for Tabuaeran Island Airport?

The IATA code for Tabuaeran Island Airport is TNV. Its ICAO code is PLFA.

Is Tabuaeran Island Airport a large airport?

Tabuaeran Island 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 TNV?

For Tabuaeran Island 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 Tabuaeran Island Airport?

Published elevation data is not available for Tabuaeran Island Airport in the current dataset.

Does Tabuaeran Island Airport have scheduled airline service?

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

What city does TNV serve?

TNV primarily serves Tabuaeran Island and the surrounding region.

Are there nearby airports to TNV?

Nearby comparison airports include Washington Island Airstrip (TNQ) and Cassidy International Airport (CXI).

What transport should I check first at TNV?

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

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