Yogyakarta International Airport — Yogyakarta, Indonesia
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Distance & flight time from YIA
Yogyakarta International Airport
Yogyakarta International Airport, coded YIA, opened in 2019 on the south coast of Kulon Progo Regency to relieve the older, land-locked Adisutjipto Airport nearer the city center. Built along Java's southern shoreline facing the Indian Ocean, the facility was engineered to withstand seismic activity and tsunami risk, with raised structures and reinforced foundations uncommon among Indonesian terminals. Its design draws on traditional Javanese motifs, with batik-inspired patterns and local materials woven into the passenger halls. YIA serves as the principal gateway to Yogyakarta, a city renowned for Javanese court culture, silversmithing, and proximity to the Borobudur and Prambanan temple complexes. The airport has steadily expanded routes in recent years, linking central Java to other Indonesian islands and a handful of international destinations, supporting the region's tourism, education, and craft economy.
Runways at Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 10663 ft (3250 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA)
No published frequency data for this airport.
Airports near Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA)
- Adisutjipto International Airport (JOG) — 43.3 km (26.9 mi)
- Adisoemarmo International Airport (SOC) — 88.5 km (55.0 mi)
- Jenderal Ahmad Yani Airport (SRG) — 109.6 km (68.1 mi)
- Tunggul Wulung Airport (CXP) — 116.4 km (72.3 mi)
- Dhoho International Airport (DHX) — 208.9 km (129.8 mi)
- Kertajati International Airport (KJT) — 251.2 km (156.1 mi)
- Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG) — 292.6 km (181.8 mi)
- Husein Sastranegara International Airport (BDO) — 295.5 km (183.6 mi)
YIA replaced Adisutjipto as Yogyakarta's main airport, sitting on Java's earthquake-prone southern coast with tsunami-resistant construction and easy access to Borobudur, Prambanan, and the historic city's silver and batik workshops.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Yogyakarta International Airport?
The IATA code for Yogyakarta International Airport is YIA.
What is the ICAO code for Yogyakarta International Airport?
The ICAO code for Yogyakarta International Airport is WAHI. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.