Kalimarau Airport (BEJ)
Tanjung Redeb - Borneo Island, ID 🇮🇩 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
WAQT
IATA
BEJ
Elevation
59 ft
Region
ID-KI
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GPS Code: WAQT
Local Code: Not available
Location: 2.14776° N, 117.430705° E
Continent: Asia
Type: Medium Airport
Keywords: Berau Airport WALK WRLK
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Kalimarau Airport (WAQT (BEJ)) in Tanjung Redeb, Borneo Island, ID, generally receives positive feedback from travelers, particularly concerning efficiency in key areas like check-in and immigration. While some facilities receive slightly lower satisfaction scores, the airport is seen as a convenient and friendly gateway to the region.
What Travelers Love
- Efficient Check-in and Immigration: Travelers report 100% satisfaction with both check-in and immigration/customs processes.
- Good Security Experience: Security checks are rated highly, with 97% traveler satisfaction. Current wait times for security are around 30-31 minutes, and immigration is about 8 minutes.
- Comprehensive Facilities: The airport boasts a new passenger terminal with two jet bridges and a range of amenities including ATMs, a prayer room, café, nursery room, medical services, police post, and various food and beverage outlets. A help desk, CCTV, on-site ticket counter, and souvenir shop are also available.
- Accessible Parking and Transportation: A parking area is available for travelers. The airport is conveniently located approximately 8-10 km from the city center and is easily accessible by road, with private transfer services offered that include taxes, VAT, parking, and tolls.
- Expanding Connectivity: The airport offers good connectivity to major Indonesian cities like Balikpapan, Jakarta, Surabaya, and Makassar, with new routes recently introduced by airlines such as Super Air Jet and Air Asia.
Common Complaints
- Average Terminal Facilities, WiFi, Food, and Retail: While present, terminal facilities, WiFi, food and retail services, and lounges received slightly lower satisfaction ratings, ranging from 77% to 80%.
Kalimarau Airport provides a reliable and friendly travel experience for those visiting Tanjung Redeb and the Berau Regency. Its strengths lie in efficient passenger processing and a decent array of facilities, making it a suitable hub for domestic travel despite some areas for improvement in amenities.
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Airport Routes
Kalimarau Airport (BEJ) offers 8 flight routes operated by 5 airlines. Major carriers include Wings Abadi, Sriwijaya Air, Batik Air and others. Popular destinations from Tanjung Redeb - Borneo Island include Sepinggan Int'l, Juanda Int'l, Sultan Hasanuddin Int'l, APT Pranoto and Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta Int'l.
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Top Airlines
Operating at Kalimarau AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Wings Abadi
WON
/ IW
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2 | 28 | 2 | Jan 17, 2026 |
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Sriwijaya Air
SJY
/ SJ
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2 | 20 | 2 | Jan 27, 2026 |
Batik Air
BTK
/ ID
|
2 | 14 | 2 | Sep 17, 2025 |
Super Air Jet
SJV
/ IU
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1 | 4 | 1 | Sep 17, 2025 |
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Citilink
CTV
/ QG
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1 | 1 | 1 | Sep 17, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
01/19 |
4625 ft | 75 ft | ASP | Active |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| RDO | RDO | 808.25 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis are readily available at the arrival terminal. These are the most common and convenient way to travel to the nearby town of Tanjung Redeb or to the jetties for boats to the Derawan Islands. It is advisable to use official airport taxis and confirm the fare with the driver before starting your journey.
Rental Cars
Several local car rental companies operate at and around the airport. It is highly common and often recommended to rent a car with a driver, which can be arranged in advance through your hotel or a local tour operator. This is a popular option for tourists planning to explore the Berau region.
Public Transportation
There are no formal, scheduled public transportation services like city buses or trains operating directly from Kalimarau Airport. The primary modes of transport for arriving passengers are taxis or pre-booked private/rental cars.
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