For a stretch between 1990 and 2006, Pago Pago saw daily Boeing 747 freighters from Kalitta Air, Evergreen and Polar Air Cargo linking American Samoa with the US mainland and the Asia-Pacific. Those mainline freighter days have passed; today scheduled cargo capacity rests mainly on a weekly Asia Pacific Airlines freighter from Honolulu, backed by belly space on Hawaiian Airlines passenger flights. Run by American Samoa's Port Administration on Tutuila island, the airport keeps a runway of roughly 3,000 metres able to take wide-body aircraft. The territory's tuna-canning sector, led by StarKist, shapes much of the perishable freight that moves through. As a US territory it falls under US customs rules, with Honolulu (HNL) acting as the upstream consolidation point for larger intercontinental volumes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of Pago Pago International Airport?▼

The IATA code of Pago Pago International Airport is PPG. This three-letter code is used for unique airport identification in international air transport.

Where is Pago Pago International Airport located?▼

Pago Pago International Airport is located in Pago Pago, AS.

What is the ICAO code of Pago Pago International Airport?▼

The ICAO code of Pago Pago International Airport is NSTU. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of Pago Pago International Airport?▼

Pago Pago International Airport is at an elevation of 10 meters (32 ft) above sea level.

Location & Weather

-14.33100, -170.71001

10 m ü. NN

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Last updated: 11 June 2026

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