Wamena Airport (WMX)
Wamena, ID 🇮🇩 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
WAVV
IATA
WMX
Elevation
5435 ft
Region
ID-PP
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GPS Code: WAVV
Local Code: Not available
Location: -4.097324° N, 138.952417° E
Continent: Asia
Type: Medium Airport
Keywords: WAJW
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Airport Routes
Wamena Airport (WMX) offers 7 flight routes operated by 4 airlines. Major carriers include Trigana Air, Sriwijaya Air, Wings Abadi and others. Popular destinations from Wamena include Sentani, Timika and Frans Kaisiepo.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
Newly Discovered
- Sentani (DJJ) new
- Timika (TIM) new
- Frans Kaisiepo (BIK) new
Popular Flight Routes
| Destination | IATA | City | Aircraft Type | Airline | Details | Route Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sentani | DJJ |
Jayapura | 73F | Trigana Air | 118 flights · 151 mi | |
| Timika | TIM |
Tembagapura | 73F | Trigana Air | 23 flights · 146 mi | |
| Sentani | DJJ |
Jayapura | AT72 | Wings Abadi | 23 flights · 151 mi | |
| Timika | TIM |
Tembagapura | B735 | Sriwijaya Air | 13 flights · 146 mi | |
| Frans Kaisiepo | BIK |
Biak | B735 | Sriwijaya Air | 11 flights · 282 mi | |
| Sentani | DJJ |
Jayapura | B733 | MYU | 9 flights · 151 mi | |
| Sentani | DJJ |
Jayapura | B735 | Sriwijaya Air | 2 flights · 151 mi |
Top Airlines
Operating at Wamena AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Trigana Air
TGN
/ IL
|
2 | 141 | 2 | May 10, 2026 |
Sriwijaya Air
SJY
/ SJ
|
3 | 26 | 3 | May 10, 2026 |
Wings Abadi
WON
/ IW
|
1 | 23 | 1 | May 10, 2026 |
|
MYU
MYU
/ 3Y
|
1 | 9 | 1 | May 10, 2026 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
15/33 |
7135 ft | 147 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | INFO | 120.0 MHz |
| ATIS | Wamena ATIS | 127.2 MHz |
| TWR | - | 120.0 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis at Wamena Airport are not formal, metered services. Transportation is typically provided by private cars or *ojek* (motorcycle taxis) waiting outside the terminal. Fares are not fixed and must be negotiated with the driver before beginning your journey. Ride-hailing apps are generally not available in this area.
Rental Cars
Major international car rental agencies do not operate at Wamena Airport. Car rentals, usually 4x4 vehicles with a driver included, must be arranged in advance through local tour operators or hotels. Self-drive options are not typically available.
Public Transportation
There are no formal public bus or train services directly serving the airport. The local form of public transport is the *bemo* (shared minibus), which may be found on the main road outside the airport, but they do not follow a strict schedule and may not be practical for travelers with luggage.