Popondetta (sometimes called as Popendetta) is the capital of Oro (Northern) region in Papua New Guinea. On 1951 the city became the focus of relief efforts after close Mount Lamington erupted and killed more than 4,000 people. Popondetta situated near to Buna on the Northern Papua coast and is not far from the starting of the Kokoda Trail, made popular during World War II. This region of New Guinea is home to the endangered species such as Queen Alexandra's birdwing, the world's biggest butterfly.

Airport in Popondetta

Girua Airport

Girua Airport is a domestic airport that served to the Popondetta, a city in the Oro (or Northern) region in Papua New Guinea. Girua Airport situated near Dobodura, to the north-east of the Embi Lakes, north-east of Inonda next to the south is Mt. Lamington, a volcano that overshadows the sky. Girua airport was built during World War II as part of the Dobodura Airfield Complex during the end of 1942 and early 1943. During the war, the airfield had several names, including West 7, No. 7, or Horanda No. 7 Airstrip or West 7. Girua Airport was also called as Kenney Strip, in honour of Fifth Air Force Commander General George Kenney. There are many flights available from Changi International Airport to Girua Airport daily, which is by Air Niugini.

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When is the Best Time to Fly to Popondetta

Weather in Popondetta can be divided into two main seasons which is wet and dry with warm tropical temperatures averaging 28.2°C during the day, throughout the year. In most areas, the dry season spans from May up to September, with the rains falling between October and April. The best time of year to visit Popondetta is between May and September when the days are sunny and dry. However, during wet season temperatures stay high and rainfall comes in the form of heavy tropical rain that tend to last for a couple of hours and needn't spoil your trip. There are some area exceptions. On West Papua, it rains from October up to January in the north, and from November to February in the south. East Papua, with its unusual shape, also experiences slightly unlike climate patterns and rainfall can be expected in the northern regions of the island during June until end of July.

What are the Top 3 Things to Do in Popondetta

New Garara Beach - New Garara Beach situated in New Garara east from Popondetta is popular among tourists because the beach is untouched by a human with a white sandy beach and crystal-clear water that will amaze you. Feel free to visit here.

Popondetta Rainforest - Popondetta Rainforest situated in Popondetta are popular for its nature of flora and fauna here. The rainforest is protected and there is many wildlife here that you can see here.

Kumusi River – Kumusi River is one of famous places to visit. This is because the clear blue water makes you want to swim and do other activities here. Moreover, the river situated north-west approximately 25 km from Popondetta town.