Komodo Airport
Komodo Airport (Indonesian: Bandar Udara Komodo) (IATA: LBJ, ICAO: WATO) is
located near Labuan Bajo on Flores island in Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara
province. Named for its proximity to Komodo National Park, the airport serves as
a gateway for tourists visiting the park, home to the famed Komodo dragon.
Previously known as Mutiara II Airport, it should not be confused with Mutiara
Airport in Central Sulawesi near Palu. In September 2013, the airport
successfully accommodated its first Boeing 737-800 landing and takeoff.
Terminal Facilities
President Joko Widodo inaugurated the new terminal of Komodo Airport on December
27, 2015. The updated terminal significantly enhances passenger capacity from
150,000 to 1.5 million annually, supporting increased tourism to Flores and
surrounding areas. The terminal features cafes, shops, and all basic passenger
amenities, as well as parking lots and a taxi stand outside.
Managed by UPT Ditjen Hubud under Indonesia's Ministry of Transportation, the
airport ensures convenience for all travelers.
Public Transportation
Bus: There are no bus services from Komodo Airport.
Private cars and taxis: A variety of private car and taxi services are available
outside the arrival hall, with prices open to negotiation.
Technical Specifications
Komodo Airport sits at an elevation of 67 feet (20 meters) above mean sea level
and has a single runway, designated 17/35, with an asphalt surface measuring
1,650 by 30 meters (5,413 by 98 feet). The runway has been extended to 2,250
meters in length and 45 meters in width, allowing it to accommodate medium-class
jet aircraft such as the Airbus A320, Boeing 737-800, and Boeing 737-900, in
addition to propeller aircraft like the ATR 72-600.
Airlines and Destinations
Currently, seven airlines operate scheduled commercial flights from Komodo
Airport, with Denpasar and Jakarta being the most popular routes.
Airlines and destinations connecting to Komodo Airport include:
| Airlines | Destinations |
| Batik Air | Denpasar, Jakarta–Soekarno-Hatta |
| Citilink | Denpasar, Jakarta–Soekarno–Hatta, Kupang |
| Garuda Indonesia | Denpasar, Jakarta–Soekarno-Hatta |
| Indonesia AirAsia | Denpasar |
| Lion Air | Surabaya |
| Super Air Jet | Surabaya |
| Wings Air | Bajawa, Denpasar, Ende, Kupang, Makassar, Mataram, Maumere |
Contact Information
Jl. Eltari, Labuan Bajo
Batu Cermin, Komodo
Kabupaten Manggarai Barat
Nusa Tenggara Timur 86554
Indonesia
Tel: +62 385 41572
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