Flughafen Tikehau (TIH)

Tikehau Airport (IATA: TIH, ICAO: NTGC) serves as a crucial gateway to the picturesque atoll of Tikehau, part of the Tuamotu Archipelago in French Polynesia. Established in the early 1970s, the airport has since evolved into an essential hub for regional connectivity in this remote part of the Pacific Ocean. Located approximately 340 kilometers northeast of Tahiti, Tikehau Airport facilitates travel to one of French Polynesia's most stunning and serene destinations.

As a regional airport, Tikehau handles mostly domestic flights, primarily connecting the atoll with Tahiti and other neighboring islands. Air Tahiti, the main airline operating at Tikehau, offers regular flights that make this idyllic destination accessible to both locals and tourists alike. Annually, the airport handles a modest but steadily increasing number of passengers, thanks to Tikehau's growing reputation as a paradise for divers and nature enthusiasts.

Despite its small size, Tikehau Airport is equipped to meet the basic needs of travelers, featuring a single runway and a quaint terminal building that welcomes visitors with characteristic Polynesian warmth. Due to its regional significance and breathtaking locale, Tikehau Airport plays a pivotal role in sustaining the atoll’s tourism-driven economy while providing vital air connectivity for its residents.