Depati Amir Airport (PGK)
Pangkal Pinang, ID 🇮🇩 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
WIKK
IATA
PGK
Elevation
109 ft
Region
ID-BB
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GPS Code: WIKK
Local Code: Not available
Location: -2.1622° N, 106.139° E
Continent: Asia
Type: Medium Airport
Keywords: WIPK
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Depati Amir Airport (PGK) in Pangkal Pinang, Indonesia, presents a mixed picture for recent travelers. While an overall traveler rating indicates weak service and unpopularity with an average of 5.2/10, more detailed reviews highlight several positive operational and facility aspects of its newer terminal. Many individual facility ratings are considerably higher, suggesting an improved experience following recent expansions.
What Travelers Love
- Modern and Clean Terminal: The airport boasts a modern terminal, officially opened in 2017 and expanded in 2020, with a capacity of 3.2 million passengers annually. Travelers have described it as a "Nice Airport, Clean and Small Airport" with a good design.
- Good Facilities and Amenities: The terminal is equipped with enhanced amenities including food courts, an executive break room, internet access (WiFi), disabled-friendly toilets, and a dedicated mother and child room. Other facilities such as ATMs and comfortable waiting areas are also available.
- Efficient Check-in and Security: Travelers generally report positive experiences with check-in and security processes, with ratings of 89% for check-in and 90% for security checks. The average security screening time is around 29 minutes.
- Accessible Transportation and Parking: The airport is considered easily accessible, with "Getting to the airport" rated 88%. An expanded parking area accommodates 300 cars and 120 motorcycles, and various parking providers offer shuttle service and 24/7 security.
Common Complaints
- Overall Weak Service Sentiment: Despite individual facility strengths, the airport's overall traveler rating remains low at 5.2/10, with some sources describing it as "very unpopular by travelers". This suggests potential underlying issues with the overall traveler experience not captured by specific facility ratings.
- Historical Overcapacity: While the terminal's capacity has been expanded, it historically exceeded its capacity, handling 2.17 million passengers in 2018 against a 1.5 million capacity at the time, which may have contributed to past negative experiences.
Depati Amir Airport serves as an important gateway to the Bangka Belitung Islands, and while it has invested in modern infrastructure and offers a range of facilities and efficient processes, the mixed sentiment suggests there may still be areas for overall service improvement to align the general traveler perception with the quality of its physical amenities.
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Airport Routes
Depati Amir Airport (PGK) offers 5 flight routes operated by 3 airlines. Major carriers include Lion Air, Super Air Jet and Sriwijaya Air. Popular destinations from Pangkal Pinang include Yogyakarta International Airport, Hang Nadim, Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta Int'l, H.A.S. Hanandjoeddin and Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II.
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Top Airlines
Operating at Depati Amir AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
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Lion Air
LNI
/ JT
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1 | 9 | 1 | Jan 1, 2026 |
Super Air Jet
SJV
/ IU
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3 | 3 | 3 | Jan 1, 2026 |
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Sriwijaya Air
SJY
/ SJ
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1 | 2 | 1 | Jan 1, 2026 |
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Ground Transportation
Taxis
Official airport taxis are available at a dedicated counter in the arrivals area. Ride-sharing services like Grab and Gojek also operate at the airport, with designated pick-up points. It is recommended to use these official or app-based services for safety and standardized pricing.
Rental Cars
Several local car rental companies operate at Depati Amir Airport, with service desks located in the arrivals hall. It is common to rent a car with a driver, which can be a convenient option for navigating the island. Booking in advance, especially during peak seasons, is advisable.
Public Transportation
Direct public transportation from the airport terminal is limited. While local minibuses (angkot) may operate on the main roads near the airport, there is no dedicated, scheduled bus service connecting directly to the terminal building. The most practical options for leaving the airport are taxis or rental cars.