Remote coral atoll gateway in the Tuamotu Archipelago.
Location
Ahe Atoll, French Polynesia
Ahe Airport is a small domestic airstrip serving Ahe Atoll, one of the islands of the Tuamotu Archipelago in French Polynesia. It provides essential air connectivity for the atoll's small resident population, primarily engaged in pearl farming, and for visitors seeking access to this remote Pacific destination.
The airport operates with minimal infrastructure, handling light aircraft and small regional turboprops. Air Tahiti is the primary carrier linking Ahe to Papeete's Faa'a International Airport and occasionally to other nearby atolls.
Given the atoll's isolation and small population, the airport sees limited traffic and has very basic facilities. It plays a vital logistical role in supplying the community and supporting the local black pearl aquaculture industry.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building with basic passenger amenities suited to a remote island airstrip.
Getting to & from
Ground transport on the atoll is extremely limited, with travelers relying on local boat transfers and private arrangements to reach village accommodations.
Airlines here
Air Tahiti operates scheduled domestic services connecting Ahe to Papeete and other Tuamotu islands.
Notable facts
- ›Ahe Atoll is located approximately 500 km northeast of Tahiti in the Tuamotu Archipelago.
- ›The atoll is known for its black pearl farming industry.
- ›The runway is a short paved strip suitable for small turboprop aircraft only.
- ›IATA code AHE and ICAO code NTHE designate the airport in official aviation databases.
- ›The resident population of Ahe Atoll is only a few hundred people.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
