Bentota River Waterdrome
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 12h 27m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Bentota River Waterdrome
Bentota River Airport is an airport in Bentota, Sri Lanka. It is a water aerodrome on the Bentota River used by amphibious aircraft.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COLOMBO FIR | Class A | Controlled | GND | FL460 |
| COLOMBO TERMINAL CONTROL AREA TMA | Class C | Controlled | FL010 | FL460 |
| KAT VOR R170-3 CTA | Class C | Controlled | FL020 | FL460 |
| KAT VOR R50-170 CTA | Class C | Controlled | FL035 | FL460 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Sri Lanka airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bentota River Waterdrome.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Bentota River Waterdrome?
Bentota River Waterdrome uses the IATA code BJT.
Where is Bentota River Waterdrome located?
Bentota River Waterdrome is seaplane base located in Bentota, Sri Lanka.
What time zone is Bentota River Waterdrome in?
Bentota River Waterdrome is in the Asia/Colombo time zone (UTC+05:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Bentota River Waterdrome?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bentota River Waterdrome is approximately 2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bentota River Waterdrome?
The nearest airport to Bentota River Waterdrome is Katukurunda Air Force Base (KTY), about 7.4 nm to the n, followed by Colombo Ratmalana International Airport and Koggala Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bentota River Waterdrome data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.