Tikehau Atoll Airport

Tikehau Atoll Airport in the Tuamotu archipelago of French Polynesia opened in the late 1970s and operates from a single small terminal, serving as a compact but vital gateway to the island’s famous pink sand beaches and world-class snorkeling. This modest regional airport handles mainly domestic traffic, with regular Air Tahiti flights connecting Tikehau to Papeete and other Tuamotu atolls; it is not a major hub but is the primary air link for visitors and locals. Ground access is simple—a short taxi or shuttle ride from the main village and occasional boat transfers—and fares for domestic routes are generally moderate, though island travel can be pricier than mainland alternatives.