Iskandar Airport

Iskandar Airport (IATA: PKN, ICAO: WAGI, previously WAOI) is a military-type C airport located in Pangkalan Bun, Central Kalimantan, Indonesia. It holds the distinction of being the only airport in Central Kalimantan with an Avtur fuel station.

Spanning approximately 3,570 hectares, Iskandar Airport stands as the largest military airport in Indonesia. However, only 200 hectares are currently utilized for runways and buildings. The vast unused area serves an additional purpose as a green lung within the city.

Managed and overseen by UPT Ditjen Hubud, an agency under the Ministry of Transportation, Indonesia, Iskandar Airport serves as a significant transportation hub for districts outside of Java Island. It facilitates intercity flights and cargo transportation to and from various destinations in Kalimantan, Sulawesi, and Java Island.

Terminal Facilities

This domestic airport offers essential amenities to ensure passenger comfort and convenience.

Public Transportation

Various taxi and shuttle services are available from numerous providers outside the arrival hall.

Technical Specifications

Iskandar Airport sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above mean sea level. It boasts one runway designated 13/31, surfaced with asphalt and measuring 1,650 by 30 meters (5,413 ft × 98 ft). In 2014, the runway was extended to 2,120 meters (6,955 ft) to accommodate Boeing 737 aircraft.

Airlines and Destinations

Currently, five airlines operate scheduled commercial flights from Iskandar Airport, with Jakarta and Semarang being the most popular routes.

Airlines	Destinations
Garuda Indonesia	Ketapang, Semarang
NAM Air	Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta, Semarang
Susi Air	Palangkaraya
Trigana Air	Banjarmasin, Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta, Ketapang, Semarang, Surabaya
Wings Air	Ketapang, Palangkaraya, Sampit, Semarang

Future Plan

In 2017, Iskandar Airport will seek additional development funds from the central government to further enhance its infrastructure. These funds are intended for several key projects, including extending the runway from its current length of 2,120 meters to 3,570 meters. Additionally, plans include the construction of a new terminal, designed to reflect the unique architectural style typical of Central Kalimantan, along with other necessary facilities.

The potential for Iskandar Airport's development is considerable. It is not only bolstered by the allure of Tanjung Puting National Park, a renowned conservation area for orangutans with international acclaim as a tourist destination, but also by the rapid growth of investment and industries in agrotourism and other agricultural sectors in Kotawaringin Barat and its surrounding regions.

Various districts, including West Kotawaringin, Sukamara, Lamandau, and most of Seruyan regencies, heavily rely on Iskandar Pangkalan Bun Airport for their transportation needs beyond the island. As such, the airport's expansion is anticipated to further facilitate travel and stimulate economic growth in the area.

Contact Information

Mendawai, South Arut
West Kotawaringin Regency
Central Kalimantan 74181
Indonesia

Tel: +62 532 27399

Airports in Kalimantan