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Makemo
Makemo, French Polynesia
Makemo Airport – MKP Makemo
Makemo Airport is an airport in the French Polynesia, particularly in Makemo. Makemo is a large Tuamotu atolls in the French Polynesia located in the Pacific Ocean. The airport is specifically located 6.2 miles west northwest of the Pouheva Village. Makemo is known for Moeava, a legendary Polynesian Hero. Makemo Airport is a medium sized airport that operates for domestic flights only.
Best Time to Visit
Makemo Airport serves Air Tahiti to destinations to and from Papeete. The airport has a 1,400m long asphalt runway. It serves 69 flights with 16 routes to 13 different cities. The most famous destinations are French Polynesia, Takume, Papeete, and Hikueru Atoll. One of the things tourists visit Makemo for is to experience the breathtaking beach and unwind. The airport is not so big so it only has the very basic amenities.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Since Makemo is an island, it is a good idea to stay in a beach hotel, which is near the airport. Teanuanaua Beach Pearls is just a 14-minute drive from the airport. Restaurants and attractions are nearby to visit while in the island. It has a hotel class quality and is perfect for short stays while not worrying of being too far from the airport. To enjoy you vacation hassle-free, book accommodations, tours and flights ahead of time.
Kaitu Aiport is the nearest airport to Makemo, which is 49 miles away.
On this page it is easy to search for Makemo, French Polynesia airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels, resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Makemo, French Polynesia (MKP) airport area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the MKP airport. Most of these MKP hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Makemo, French Polynesia motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
