Airports in the Marshall Islands: Where Can You Fly to in the Marshall Islands?

Amata Kabua International Airport (MAJ) is the Marshall Islands’ main international airport and the point where most overseas visitors arrive. It is located on the southern side of Majuro Atoll, beside Lagoon Road.

The airport is small and easy to navigate, with international and domestic flights using the same compact terminal complex. There is development underway, however, to upgrade the terminal building and eventually split the domestic and international terminals, so don't be surprised if you see a few changes once you have arrived.

International Flights at Amata Kabua International Airport

Amata Kabua International Airport has regular international connections across the central Pacific, including flights operated by United Airlines and Nauru Airlines.

Most services operate only on specific days of the week. The terminal becomes noticeably busier around international departures, particularly when a United Airlines flight is scheduled.

Domestic Flights at Amata Kabua International Airport

The airport serves as the main hub for domestic travel within the Marshall Islands. Air Marshall Islands operates scheduled flights from Majuro to airports and airstrips across the Ratak and Ralik island chains.

Some destinations receive only one flight per week, while more remote routes operate every second week or a few times per month. Learn more about schedules, baggage and booking in our guide to Domestic Flights in the Marshall Islands: Your Guide to Interisland Flights.

Facilities at Amata Kabua International Airport

Amata Kabua International Airport is a compact but functional airport. Facilities include:

• Akia Cafe, serving breakfasts, ramen, plate lunches, burgers, wraps and Filipino dishes
• The Hangar Bar & Cocktails
• Snack Time in the departure lounge, also run by Akia and The Hangar
• Mio’s Gift Shop
• Additional gift shops opening for selected international flights
• Toilets
• Airline check-in counters
• Departure tax counter
• Car park
• Car rental drop-off when booked
• Bank of the Marshall Islands branch (local services only; there is no currency exchange for international travellers, as explained in What is the Currency of the Marshall Islands?)

Akia Cafe opens throughout the week, although its hours vary by day. Mio’s Gift Shop generally opens around scheduled flights, while other small shops are more likely to open when international services are operating.

The departure lounge has a limited selection of snacks, drinks, alcohol, jewellery and sunglasses. It covers last-minute needs, but it is best to complete any serious shopping before travelling to the airport.

Learn more about the arrival process in Arriving in the Marshall Islands: Airport Customs, Biosecurity & Arrival Process and departures in Leaving the Marshall Islands: Departure Tips & Checklist.

Fun Facts About Amata Kabua International Airport

The airport was previously known as Marshall Islands International Airport. It was renamed in honour of Amata Kabua, the Marshall Islands’ first president, who served from 1979 to 1996.

Majuro’s aviation history dates back to the Second World War. Japanese forces constructed an airstrip on Delap in 1942, while the present airport facility was developed during the wartime period.

For more facts like these, check out the 10 Fun Facts About the Marshall Islands.

The airports on the outer atolls of the Marshall Islands are about as basic as they come. Most are small community airstrips with grass or gravel runways and few, if any, passenger facilities.

Do not expect cafés, ATMs, shops or car rental desks. Some airports may have a simple shelter, check-in building or waiting area, but facilities vary, so bring water and snacks and arrange your onward transport before flying.

Most outer-island airports also have no aviation fuel available. Flights must therefore be planned around the aircraft’s fuel range, weather conditions and runway suitability.

On the plus side, you will often get an excellent view of the aircraft landing and taking off, largely because there is very little standing between you and the runway!

Kwajalein Airport

Kwajalein Airport (KWA), also known as Bucholz Army Airfield, is the major exception to the Marshall Islands’ otherwise basic outer-atoll airports.

Located within a restricted-access United States military installation, it has a 6,700 ft (2,042 m) hard-surface runway, aviation fuel, air traffic control and substantial aviation facilities. However, passengers must follow special entry and movement requirements while on Kwajalein.

Travellers continuing to Ebeye usually transfer from the airport to the ferry terminal under controlled transport arrangements.

Additional Domestic Airports in the Ratak Chain

The following airports are served by scheduled domestic flights, charter flights or both:

• Ailuk Airport (AIM), Ailuk Atoll, 610 m (2,000 ft) grass runway
• Aur Airport (AUL), Aur Atoll, 631 m (2,070 ft) gravel runway
• Enejet Airport (EJT), Mili Atoll, 931 m (3,055 ft) gravel runway
• Kaben Airport (KBT), Maloelap Atoll, 1,027 m (3,369 ft) gravel runway
• Likiep Airport (LIK), Likiep Atoll, 1,067 m (3,500 ft) grass runway
• Maloelap Airport (MAV), Taroa, Maloelap Atoll, 1,137 m (3,730 ft) grass runway
• Mejit Airport (MJB), Mejit Island, 888 m (2,914 ft) gravel runway
• Mili Airport (MIJ), Mili Atoll, 1,258 m (4,126 ft) grass runway
• Utirik Airport (UTK), Utirik Atoll, 811 m (2,660 ft) gravel runway
• Wotje Airport (WTE), Wotje Atoll, 1,161 m (3,810 ft) grass runway

Additional Domestic Airports in the Ralik Chain

• Airok Airport (AIC), Ailinglaplap Atoll, 1,141 m (3,745 ft) gravel runway
• Bikini Atoll Airport (BII), Bikini Atoll, 1,380 m (4,527 ft) hard-surface runway
• Ebon Airport (EBO), Ebon Atoll, 945 m (3,100 ft) gravel runway
• Elenak Airport (EAL), Kwajalein Atoll, 975 m (3,200 ft) gravel runway
• Enewetak Auxiliary Airfield (ENT), Enewetak Atoll, 2,266 m (7,435 ft) hard-surface runway
• Jabat Airport (JAT), Jabat Island, 914 m (3,000 ft) gravel runway
• Jaluit Airport (UIT), Jaluit Atoll, 1,280 m (4,200 ft) gravel runway
• Jeh Airport (JEJ), Ailinglaplap Atoll, 1,192 m (3,910 ft) gravel runway
• Kili Airport (KIO), Kili Island, 1,257 m (4,124 ft) gravel runway
• Lae Airport (LML), Lae Atoll, 1,067 m (3,500 ft) grass runway
• Majkin Airport (MJE), Namu Atoll, 846 m (2,775 ft) grass runway
• Namdrik Airport (NDK), Namdrik Atoll, 1,099 m (3,606 ft) grass runway
• Rongelap Airport (RNP), Rongelap Atoll, 1,222 m (4,010 ft) hard-surface runway
• Ujae Airport (UJE), Ujae Atoll, 804 m (2,637 ft) grass runway
• Woja Airport (WJA), Ailinglaplap Atoll, 1,052 m (3,450 ft) gravel runway
• Wotho Airport (WTO), Wotho Atoll, 1,054 m (3,458 ft) gravel runway

Runway conditions, available facilities and flight operations can change, particularly after heavy rain or strong winds. Confirm your flight with the airline before departure and arrange airport transfers through your accommodation provider, local government office or island contact.

Learn more about airlines, routes, schedules and baggage allowances in our complete guide, Domestic Flights in the Marshall Islands: Your Guide to Interisland Flights.