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Yogyakarta International Airport

Yogyakarta, Indonesia

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Yogyakarta International Airport

Yogyakarta, Indonesia

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Yogyakarta's modern gateway replacing the historic Adisucipto Airport.

Opened

2020

Location

Kulon Progo, Indonesia

Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA/WAHI) is a major international airport serving the Yogyakarta Special Region on the island of Java, Indonesia. It was built to replace the smaller and congested Adisucipto Airport, offering significantly greater capacity for both passengers and aircraft. The airport is located in Kulon Progo Regency, approximately 45 kilometers west of central Yogyakarta. It was developed by state-owned enterprise PT Angkasa Pura I and is designed to handle millions of passengers annually, supporting the region's strong tourism industry tied to cultural sites such as Borobudur and Prambanan. The facility features a modern terminal building designed with Javanese architectural motifs and is equipped to handle wide-body aircraft. It serves as an important hub for domestic travel within Indonesia and supports growing international connectivity.

Terminals

The airport has a single integrated terminal building capable of handling both domestic and international passengers.

Getting to & from

Ground transport options include a dedicated airport rail link connecting to the main Yogyakarta railway network, as well as shuttle buses and taxis serving the city center.

Airlines here

Major carriers serving YIA include Garuda Indonesia, Lion Air, Batik Air, Citilink, AirAsia, and Super Air Jet.

Notable facts

›Replaced the smaller Adisucipto Airport (JOG), which closed to commercial flights upon YIA's opening.
›Located in Kulon Progo Regency, about 45 km west of central Yogyakarta.
›The terminal design incorporates traditional Javanese architectural elements.
›Operated by PT Angkasa Pura I, a Indonesian state-owned airport operator.
›Designed with a capacity to serve tens of millions of passengers per year at full development.

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Gateway to Java's ancient temples, royal courts, and volcanic landscapes

Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA), also known as Kulon Progo Airport, opened in 2020 to replace the capacity-constrained Adisucipto Airport. Located in Kulon Progo Regency, roughly 45 kilometres west of Yogyakarta city centre, it was designed to handle the surging demand driven by tourism to Borobudur, Prambanan, and Mount Merapi. The airport serves as a key aviation hub for Central Java and the Special Region of Yogyakarta, with a modern single-terminal design capable of handling millions of passengers annually.

Terminals

Main Terminal — A single integrated passenger terminal blending Javanese architectural motifs with modern facilities, handling both domestic and international flights under one roof.

Ground Transport

Airport Rail Link (Railink) connecting YIA to Yogyakarta main railway station (Tugu Station)
Trans Jogja public bus services towards the city centre
Taxi and ride-hailing apps (Gojek, Grab) available at designated pickup zones
Car rental counters located within the arrivals hall
Chartered minivan and shuttle services to Borobudur and Prambanan tourist sites

Nearby Hotels

Hyatt Regency Yogyakarta (city area)
Tara Hotel Yogyakarta
Grand Keisha Yogyakarta by Horison
Fave Hotel Kulon Progo
The Pramana Watukuro (near airport area)

Dining

Inside the terminal, travellers will find a selection of Indonesian fast-food chains, local warungs serving nasi goreng and gudeg, and international café brands in the departure area. Yogyakarta is renowned for its gudeg (jackfruit stew) and bakpia pastries, which are also available at airport retail stalls as popular takeaway options. For a broader dining experience, the city centre's Malioboro Street and Beringharjo market area offer authentic Javanese cuisine just a short train ride away.

Traveller Tips

Take the Railink airport train for the most reliable and affordable connection to central Yogyakarta — journey time is approximately 40 minutes.
Book taxis through official counters or app-based services to avoid overcharging common with informal touts outside arrivals.
Arrive early for domestic departures during peak holiday periods such as Lebaran and school holidays, as the terminal can get very busy.
Purchase bakpia and other local snacks at the airport retail area as gifts — they are vacuum-packed and travel well.

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Yogyakarta International Airport is an international airport located in the Temon district of Kulon Progo Regency, in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The airport is located approximately 45 km from the city of Yogyakarta, serving both the Yogyakarta Special Region and nearby Central Javan cities such as Purworejo, Kebumen, Cilacap, and Magelang. It functions as the primary gateway to Yogyakarta and its surrounding areas, including popular tourist destinations like Borobudur Temple. It is the largest of the three airports in the Yogyakarta Special Region, along with Adisutjipto Airport, which was formerly the main airport and is located closer to the Yogyakarta city center, and Gading Airfield in Wonosari, Gunung Kidul Regency, which is used exclusively as a military base. The airport is operated by InJourney Airports, formerly Angkasa Pura I.

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