Palau International Airport — Attraction in Babeldaob

Nice little airport. I think it only has one or maybe a few gates. The upstairs departure lounge looks newly renovated, and there are some nice gift shops. The arrival terminal downstairs is not as nice, but you're not going to be spending a lot of time there anyway. Going through customs and passport control both ways was pretty easy and painless. Same for security.

IMPORTANT: The check-in counter and security checkpoints are only open for a limited time window before a flight. It seemed like they closed about 90 minutes before the scheduled departure time. I'm guessing this is because it's a small airport with limited traffic and probably only one flight going out at a time. So, don't assume that because it's a small airport, you can just show up an hour before your flight and breeze through. I recommend getting here at least two hours before your flight, depending on how much you need to do for check-in. On the bright side, though, our flight out departed 20 minutes early...that's got to be a...

The airport itself is completely forgettable. Luckily there's only 1 flight at any given time and short lines, so you're in and out quickly. The facilities aren't great, but 4 stars for the fact that you don't have to be there crazy early or wait in long lines. As others have said, he exit and green fees come to $50, and one can pay by credit card. There's plenty of parking, and the lot is short- and long-term all together; Lucas can just leave their cars, walk in, then walk out when they return, which I doubt is the case in many places is the world, and it's very convenient. The old airport building houses the lounge and the quarantine office, at the latter of which they'll treat wooden souvenirs for bugs if your destination...

Palau International Airport is a neat and functional facility, well-maintained and easy to navigate. From an engineer’s perspective, its layout is efficient for both arrivals and departures, with clear signage and organized check-in counters. Security and baggage handling seem streamlined, while the runways and terminal infrastructure appear in solid condition. Though small compared to major international hubs, it serves its purpose effectively for a regional airport. The surroundings are clean, and the atmosphere feels calm, making it pleasant for travelers. Minor improvements in seating and dining options could enhance the overall passenger experience, but for a gateway to Palau, it’s dependable and...