Banda Aceh centre (Baiturrahman Mosque)
11.8 kmGrand Mosque and city centre
Directions · 7.3 mi →BTJWITTBanda Aceh · Indonesia
Banda Aceh Airport (BTJ)Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport
The local time and weather at the airport, how far the main areas of Banda Aceh are, airport facilities and a flight search, plus live arrivals and departures.
Local time at the airport04:59Tuesday, 6 October 2026WIB · UTC+7 · no daylight saving
Weather at the airport
25 °C
Scattered clouds
Wind 3.7 km/h
Airport codes
BTJIATAWITTICAO
Elevation 20 m (65 ft)Live flights at Banda Aceh Airport
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Airport details
Key facts about Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport.
Official nameSultan Iskandar Muda International Airport
Also known asBanda Aceh Airport
IATA codeBTJ
ICAO codeWITT
LocationAceh Besar, Aceh, Indonesia
Distance to Banda Aceh centreAbout 12 km in a straight line
Time zoneWIB (Western Indonesia Time), UTC+7, no daylight saving
Elevation20 m (65 ft) above sea level
Coordinates5°31′30″N, 95°25′12″E
Runway17/35, 3,000 m × 45 m, asphalt
OperatorInJourney Airports
How far are popular areas from the airport?
Straight-line distances. Roads are longer and traffic can be heavy, so allow extra time.
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What you can find at Sultan Iskandar Muda.
- Free Wi-FiIn the terminal
- ATMs and currency exchangeIn the terminal
- Restaurants and cafésBefore and after security
- Prayer roomsIn the terminal
- Taxis and ride-hailingOfficial taxi counters and app pickup points
- AssistanceWheelchair and reduced-mobility support on request
Banda Aceh Airport FAQ
Where is Banda Aceh Airport?
The airport is in Aceh Besar, Aceh, Indonesia. Banda Aceh centre is about 12 km away in a straight line.
How far is Sabang (Weh island) from the airport?
Sabang (Weh island) is about 43 km from the airport in a straight line; the road distance is longer.
How many runways does Banda Aceh Airport have?
One runway: 17/35, 3,000 m × 45 m, asphalt.
What facilities are at the airport?
See the amenities list on this page. Facilities can change, so check with the airport before you travel if you need something specific.
Where can I see live arrivals and departures?
Open the Arrivals or Departures page linked at the top of this page for the live board.
What is the airport code for Banda Aceh Airport?
Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport uses the IATA code BTJ and the ICAO code WITT.
What time zone is Banda Aceh Airport in?
The airport uses WIB (Western Indonesia Time), UTC+7, all year. There is no daylight saving time. The live clock on this page shows the current time at the airport.
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