Doini Airport (DOI)

Doini Airport (DOI) is a private airstrip located on Doini Island, a secluded resort destination within the Milne Bay Province of Papua New Guinea. The airfield was specifically developed by the Doini Island Plantation Resort to facilitate direct access for its guests and the transport of essential supplies. It features a grass and gravel runway that is primarily suitable for light STOL (Short Take-off and Landing) aircraft and private charters, offering a dramatic landing experience amidst the tropical scenery of the Louisiade Archipelago. The terminal infrastructure is minimal and resort-focused, consisting of a simple open-air pavilion that serves as a reception point for arriving and departing passengers. There are no traditional airport amenities such as check-in counters, retail shops, or public dining facilities; instead, all guest services are managed directly by the resort staff. Travelers typically transition immediately from their flight to resort-provided transport, with refreshing drinks often served upon arrival. Basic restroom facilities are available near the airstrip, but most needs are catered to at the main resort complex a short distance away. As there are no scheduled commercial airline services to Doini Island, all flights must be pre-arranged as private charters. Many visitors choose to fly into Gurney Airport (GUR) in Alotau via Air Niugini and then take a scenic charter flight or a resort-operated boat transfer to the island. Because of its remote location, the airport only operates during daylight hours and is highly sensitive to local weather conditions. Guests are strongly advised to coordinate their flight manifest and arrival times with the resort management well in advance to ensure seamless ground and water transfers across the islets.