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Gusti Syamsir Alam Airport

Stagen, Indonesia

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Gusti Syamsir Alam Airport

Stagen, Indonesia
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Gateway to South Kalimantan's Kotabaru Regency.

Location
Stagen, Indonesia
Gusti Syamsir Alam Airport (IATA: KBU, ICAO: WAOK) is a domestic airport located in Stagen, Kotabaru Regency, South Kalimantan province, Indonesia. It serves the Kotabaru area on the island of Borneo, providing essential air connectivity for a region where overland and sea travel can be challenging. The airport is named after Gusti Syamsir Alam, a regional figure of significance to the Kotabaru area. It handles scheduled domestic flights connecting Kotabaru to major Indonesian cities, primarily through carriers operating turboprop and small jet aircraft suited to the runway's capacity. As a small regional airport, Gusti Syamsir Alam plays a vital role in supporting local commerce, government operations, and access to remote communities throughout the Kotabaru Regency.
Terminals
The airport operates a single modest terminal building handling domestic passenger arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from the airport to Kotabaru town is primarily via taxis and private vehicles.
Airlines here
Wings Air (a Lion Air Group subsidiary) has operated scheduled services at this airport connecting it to destinations such as Banjarmasin.
Notable facts
  • ›Located on the island of Borneo in South Kalimantan province.
  • ›Serves Kotabaru Regency, a resource-rich area known for coal and forestry industries.
  • ›The airport's ICAO code is WAOK, within Indonesia's western airspace designation.
  • ›Named after local historical figure Gusti Syamsir Alam.
  • ›Primarily handles turboprop aircraft due to its regional runway specifications.
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Gateway to South Kalimantan's coastal charm and natural wonders

Gusti Syamsir Alam Airport serves Kotabaru Regency in South Kalimantan, Indonesia, connecting this island community on Pulau Laut to the broader Indonesian aviation network. Named after a regional figure, the airport plays a vital role in linking the relatively remote Kotabaru area with major hubs like Banjarmasin. It serves both commercial passengers and supports the region's coal and natural resources industries.

Terminals
  • Passenger Terminal — A single modest terminal handling domestic arrivals and departures with basic passenger amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxis and ojek (motorcycle taxis) available outside the terminal
  • Private car hire arranged through local operators
  • Rental cars available via local agencies in Kotabaru town
  • Angkot (minibus) routes connecting airport to Kotabaru town centre
Nearby Hotels
  • Hotel Barito Kotabaru
  • Hotel Permata Kotabaru
  • Penginapan Cahaya Kotabaru
  • Hotel Grand Laut Kotabaru
Dining

Dining options inside the airport are limited to a small café or snack counter offering basic Indonesian meals and beverages. The town of Kotabaru, a short drive away, offers a better selection of local warungs serving South Kalimantan specialties such as soto Banjar and fresh seafood. Visitors are advised to stock up on snacks before arriving at the airport for longer waits.

Traveller Tips
  • Confirm your flight schedule in advance as services can be infrequent and subject to change.
  • Arrive early as the terminal is small and check-in counters may have limited staff.
  • Carry local cash (Indonesian Rupiah) as ATM availability at the airport is not guaranteed.
  • Arrange ground transport in advance through your hotel, as taxis may be scarce during off-peak hours.

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Airlines serving this airport

Lion Mentari Airlines
JT

Routes

KBU → BDJJT · ATR
KBU → UPGJT · ATR
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Encyclopaedia

Gusti Syamsir Alam Airport, or commonly known as Stagen Airport, is an airport on Laut Island in Kotabaru Regency, South Kalimantan, Indonesia.

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