Babo Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 11h 59m 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 Babo Airport
Babo Airport is located in Babo, West Papua, Indonesia. The airport serves as the point of entry to the nearby Tangguh LNG Plant. Its previous runway length of 950 meters (3,120 ft) was extended to 1,300 meters (4,300 ft) in early August 2014. The airport can only accommodate aircraft such as the ATR-72 and Twin Otter.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
WASOLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | 4,280 ft / 1,305 m | 98 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| INFO | INFO | 681.120 MHz |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UJUNG PANDANG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Indonesia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Babo Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Babo Airport?
The ICAO code for Babo Airport is WASO, and its IATA code is BXB.
Where is Babo Airport located?
Babo Airport is medium airport located in Babo, Indonesia, at an elevation of 10 ft (3 m).
How many runways does Babo Airport have?
Babo Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,280 ft / 1,305 m.
Which airlines fly to Babo Airport?
Airlines historically serving Babo Airport include Lion Mentari Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Babo Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Babo Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Babo Airport in?
Babo Airport is in the Asia/Jayapura time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Babo Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Babo Airport is approximately 1.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Babo Airport?
The nearest airport to Babo Airport is Stenkol Airport (NTI), about 26.2 nm to the n, followed by Fruata Airstrip and Gusimawa Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Babo Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.