Kalimarau Airport
Kalimarau Airport is the main air gateway for Tanjung Redeb in East Kalimantan on Borneo Island, Indonesia. Identified by IATA code BEJ and ICAO code WAQT, this medium airport plays an important role for travellers heading to Berau Regency, whether for business, regional connections, or access to nature-focused trips in the wider area. Its relatively low elevation of 59 feet (18 metres) means it sits close to sea level, and its setting makes it a practical arrival point for visitors moving between town, coast, and inland destinations.
About Kalimarau Airport
Kalimarau Airport is the main air gateway for Tanjung Redeb in East Kalimantan on Borneo Island, Indonesia. Identified by IATA code BEJ and ICAO code WAQT, this medium airport plays an important role for travellers heading to Berau Regency, whether for business, regional connections, or access to nature-focused trips in the wider area. Its relatively low elevation of 59 feet (18 metres) means it sits close to sea level, and its setting makes it a practical arrival point for visitors moving between town, coast, and inland destinations.
Airport Overview
Kalimarau Airport is the main air gateway for Tanjung Redeb in East Kalimantan on Borneo Island, Indonesia. Identified by IATA code BEJ and ICAO code WAQT, this medium airport plays an important role for travellers heading to Berau Regency, whether for business, regional connections, or access to nature-focused trips in the wider area. Its relatively low elevation of 59 feet (18 metres) means it sits close to sea level, and its setting makes it a practical arrival point for visitors moving between town, coast, and inland destinations.
Key Facts
- Official name: Kalimarau Airport
- Airport codes: BEJ (IATA) and WAQT (ICAO)
- Airport type: medium airport
- Serves: Tanjung Redeb, Borneo Island, Indonesia
- Runway: 01/19, asphalt surface, 4,625 feet long
- Time zone: Asia/Makassar
What Travellers Should Know
For passengers, Kalimarau Airport is best understood as a compact regional airport rather than a major international hub, so journeys here are usually straightforward and easier to navigate than at larger terminals. The single asphalt runway, designated 01/19, is 4,625 feet long, which supports the airport’s regional function and helps keep operations simple. Because the airport serves Tanjung Redeb directly, it is a convenient starting point for onward road travel into town and across this part of Borneo. When planning arrivals and departures, remember that local schedules follow the Asia/Makassar time zone, which is useful when coordinating transfers, hotel check-ins, or domestic connections elsewhere in Indonesia.
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FAQ
Kalimarau Airport — frequently asked questions
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9 common questions
- Kalimarau Airport is located in Berau, Indonesia (Asia), at coordinates 2.170°, 117.700°.
- Its IATA code is BEJ and its ICAO code is WALK.
- Kalimarau Airport serves Berau, Indonesia. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Kalimarau Airport operates on Asia/Makassar local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Kalimarau Airport sits at latitude 2.170° and longitude 117.700°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from BEJ. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for BEJ is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from BEJ on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is East Kalimantan, 77315, Indonesia, the phone number is +62 554 2703277. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in Indonesia. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.