Buka Travel Guide
Papua New Guinea
Buka is a city in Papua New Guinea with a population recorded as zero. It sits in the Bougainville region, in the tropical Pacific, and uses local Bougainville time.
Travellers arriving by air use Buka Airport, also known by the code BUA. There are no named notable beaches within 40 kilometres of the city, so nearby coastal options are not a defining part of a Buka visit.
Local time
Population
Know before you go
Pays in PGK
Plug type Type I (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 111
Dial code +675
Tipping: Tipping is not a widespread custom in Papua New Guinea, but it is becoming more common in tourist areas. While not expected, small tips for good service are appreciated.
Best time to visit Buka
Jan
30°25Feb
30°23Mar
30°25Apr
30°27May
29°29Jun
29°26Jul
29°24Aug
29°27Sep
29°26Oct
30°27Nov
30°25Dec
30°27Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Things to do in Buka
IHOM Parish, Buka Town
christian place of worship
0.9 km
Hahela Parish, Buka Island.
roman catholic place of worship
3.3 km
Getting there
Buka Airport · 0 km
Frequently asked Questions
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