Gunungsitoli Airport
Binaka Airport is the main air gateway for Gunungsitoli on Nias Island, Indonesia, giving travelers a practical arrival point for reaching the city and surrounding coastal areas. Identified by GNS and WIMB, it is classified as a medium airport and sits at a very low elevation of 20 feet (6 m), close to sea level. For most visitors, that means a straightforward regional airport experience rather than a large hub, so journeys usually feel more compact and easier to navigate from arrival to onward transport.
About Gunungsitoli Airport
Binaka Airport is the main air gateway for Gunungsitoli on Nias Island, Indonesia, giving travelers a practical arrival point for reaching the city and surrounding coastal areas. Identified by GNS and WIMB, it is classified as a medium airport and sits at a very low elevation of 20 feet (6 m), close to sea level. For most visitors, that means a straightforward regional airport experience rather than a large hub, so journeys usually feel more compact and easier to navigate from arrival to onward transport.
Overview
Binaka Airport is the main air gateway for Gunungsitoli on Nias Island, Indonesia, giving travelers a practical arrival point for reaching the city and surrounding coastal areas. Identified by GNS and WIMB, it is classified as a medium airport and sits at a very low elevation of 20 feet (6 m), close to sea level. For most visitors, that means a straightforward regional airport experience rather than a large hub, so journeys usually feel more compact and easier to navigate from arrival to onward transport.
At a glance
- Airport name: Binaka Airport
- Location served: Gunungsitoli, Indonesia
- Codes: IATA GNS, ICAO WIMB
- Airport type: medium airport
- Runway: 09/27, 4,445 ft, asphalt
- Time zone: Asia/Jakarta
What travelers should know
Because Binaka Airport has a single asphalt runway, 09/27, measuring 4,445 feet, it is best understood as a smaller regional facility where schedules and services may feel more limited than at Indonesia’s major city airports. Travelers should plan conservatively, especially if connecting onward by road or ferry, and keep an eye on local timing since the airport operates on Asia/Jakarta time. Its role is less about long-haul convenience and more about reliable access to Gunungsitoli, making it a useful starting point for visitors heading into town, exploring Nias, or beginning a trip focused on the island’s landscapes and coastal culture.
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FAQ
Gunungsitoli Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Gunungsitoli Airport is located in Gunungsitoli, Indonesia (Asia), at coordinates 1.250°, 97.500°.
- Its IATA code is GNS and its ICAO code is WIMB.
- Gunungsitoli Airport serves Gunungsitoli, Indonesia. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Gunungsitoli Airport operates on Asia/Jakarta 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.
- Gunungsitoli Airport sits at latitude 1.250° and longitude 97.500°. 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 GNS. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for GNS is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from GNS on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is Sumatera Utara, 22871, Indonesia. 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.