Banyuwangi

Overview

Banyuwangi Airport is the main local air gateway for the Rogojampi and Banyuwangi area in East Java, Indonesia. Identified by IATA code BWX and ICAO code WADY, it is a small airport, which usually means a simpler, faster experience than at larger hubs. For travellers heading to the eastern tip of Java, it offers a practical arrival point for exploring Banyuwangi’s coast, mountains, and onward connections toward Bali by land and ferry. The airport operates on Asia/Jakarta time, so it is worth checking your transport and meeting times carefully if you are continuing to another island.

At a glance

• Official name: Banyuwangi Airport
• Location served: Rogojampi and Banyuwangi, Indonesia
• Airport type: small airport
• Elevation: 112 ft (34 m) above sea level
• Runway: 08/26, 4,593 ft, asphalt
• Time zone: Asia/Jakarta

What travellers should know

Because Banyuwangi Airport is compact, distances inside the terminal area are generally manageable and arrivals tend to feel more straightforward than in major Indonesian airports. The single asphalt runway, designated 08/26, is 4,593 feet long, which fits the airport’s smaller scale and regional role. For visitors, that often translates into a more relaxed arrival and departure process, but it is still smart to confirm baggage rules, ground transport, and pickup plans in advance, especially if you are heading straight to hotels, national parks, or ferry connections. Its low elevation of 112 feet (34 m) also reflects the airport’s position in a relatively accessible coastal region rather than a highland setting.