Flights to Lihir Island (LNV)

Lihir Island also well-known as Niolam Island is the biggest island in the Lihir group of islands, 22.5 km long and 15 km wide, in Papua New Guinea's New Ireland Area. The island is situated approximately 900 km (560 mi) North-East of Port Moresby. Annual rainfall averages 4,900 mm (190 in) with the temperature ranges between 19.5 until 35.3 degrees Celsius. It consists of a complex of several overlapping basaltic stratovolcanoes rising 710 m above sea level. Even though the volcanoes are not currently active, geothermal activity is still existing until today.

Airport in Lihir Island

Lihir Island Airport

Lihir Island Airport is a domestic airport situated in Londolovit on Lihir Island in Papua New Guinea. The airport has a short unpaved runway that can handle a small jet. All flights depart at approximately 4 am until 7 am. The airport also has significantly upgraded its facilities, which now includes x-ray machines, air conditioning, and a renovated waiting area. It is assumed that this is because of the introduction of a new international flight to Australia, Cairns, which is operated by Airlines PNG. Currently, no airline operator provide flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Lihir Island Airport until the present.

How to Get Cheap Flights to Lihir Island

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When is the Best Time to Fly to Lihir Island

Generally, a suitable time to book Lihir Island is two months in advance. And the cheapest days to fly are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. Sunday will be the most expensive to travel here. The drier months starts from May until the end of October. It will make the most pleasant time to visit. It's also when overcrowded locals during the festivals are held.

What are the Top 3 Things to Do in Lihir Island

Masahet Island – The island is remote that rich with white sandy beach. To reach here, you must book a boat from the main island, which is Lihir Island to Masahet Island, which duration approximately 1 hour. Feel free to visit and see for yourself.

Mali Island – Mali Island situated below Masahet Island. The island is slightly bigger than Mashed Island but closer to Lihir Island. You can take a ferry to reach there for about 30 minutes only. The beach is covered with white sandy beaches and the seawater are clear as transparent. In here, you can do activities such as swimming and snorkelling. Come and feel the excitement in Mali Island.

Mahur Island – This is the most beautiful island that can be found near the Lihir island. This island quite far from Lihir Island. You can take a speedboat to reach there with only 2 hours. The island is rich with a beautiful sandy beach and very popular for people who want to enjoy the nature life. The island also is an excellent diving place since the location is around the open seas. You can find a beautiful and colourful fish during snorkelling here. Feel free to come and feel the real excitement here with affordable price.