Small airport · Kalaupapa, United States
Kalaupapa Airport
It is included in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2021–2025, in which it is categorized as a non-primary commercial service facility. Its IATA code is LUP. Its ICAO code is PHLU. It has 1 runway, longest 2,700 ft (ASPH-G). Elevation 24 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Kalaupapa, United States |
|---|---|
| IATA code | LUP |
| ICAO code | PHLU |
| Type | Small airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 2,700 ft (ASPH-G) |
| Elevation | 24 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 21.2110° N, 156.9740° W |
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What Kalaupapa Airport is known for
It is included in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2021–2025, in which it is categorized as a non-primary commercial service facility.
History
The airport offered scheduled passenger service from Makani Kai Air, which began providing scheduled passenger service in January 2012, using two nine-seat Cessna Grand Caravans. This service was subsidized by the Essential Air Service (EAS) program until May 2018. Previously, Pacific Wings had provided scheduled passenger service at Kalaupapa; this was subsidized by the EAS program from 2000 until April 2007, when Pacific Wings began providing subsidy-free service.
Landmarks near this airport
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- Diamond Head · United States · 53.7 miles away
- Waikiki Beach · United States · 55.4 miles away
National parks near this airport
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- Kalaupapa National Historical Park · United States · 2.5 miles away
- Palaʻau State Park · United States · 3.3 miles away
- Mākena State Park · United States · 51.3 miles away
- Ulupō Heiau State Historic Site · United States · 51.6 miles away
- Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area · United States · 55.3 miles away
- Heʻeia State Park · United States · 56.0 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is Kalaupapa Airport?
It is included in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2021–2025, in which it is categorized as a non-primary commercial service facility.
What is the airport code for Kalaupapa Airport?
Kalaupapa Airport — its IATA code is LUP and its ICAO code is PHLU.
Where is Kalaupapa Airport located?
Kalaupapa Airport serves Kalaupapa, United States. Its coordinates are 21.2110° N, 156.9740° W.
What is the history of Kalaupapa Airport?
The airport offered scheduled passenger service from Makani Kai Air, which began providing scheduled passenger service in January 2012, using two nine-seat Cessna Grand Caravans. This service was subsidized by the Essential Air Service (EAS) program until May 2018.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#21732
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kalaupapa_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.