Sentani Airport (IATA: DJJ, ICAO: WAJJ) serves as the primary air transportation hub for Jayapura, the capital of Indonesia's Papua province. Located at an elevation of 88 meters (289 feet) above sea level, this civilian airport features a single runway measuring 2,183 meters (7,161 feet) in length and 45 meters (148 feet) in width, accommodating domestic flights throughout the archipelago.
Managed by the Jayapura municipal government, Sentani Airport operates as a crucial link between Papua and other Indonesian regions. Major carriers including Garuda Indonesia, Lion Air, and Wings Air maintain regular passenger and cargo services at the facility, ensuring consistent connectivity for this geographically remote province.
As Papua's principal aviation center, the airport plays a vital role in regional development. Its operations significantly contribute to local economic growth while facilitating tourism and cultural exchange. The transportation hub serves not only Jayapura's urban population but also supports access to Papua's interior highlands and coastal communities.
The airport's strategic location near the Papua New Guinea border positions it as an important node in Indonesia's easternmost transportation network. Recent infrastructure improvements have enhanced operational capacity, though the facility continues to face challenges typical of airports serving mountainous terrain and developing regions.
