Where no road reaches, the aircraft replaces the truck: Bilogai-Sugapa Airport is a highland airstrip at about 7,348 feet in the Intan Jaya regency of Central Papua, and flying is effectively the only link to Sugapa. Small turboprops such as the Twin Otter and Cessna Caravan carry passengers and subsidised Perintis cargo — rice, fuel and building materials — into the isolated mountain district. There is no commercial cargo terminal or handling; consignments transfer through Nabire (NBX) and Timika (TIM), with Makassar (UPG) bridging onward to the national network. Weather and altitude confine operations to morning visual flying. For forwarders, UGU is not a cargo hub but a flying supply line sustained by state subsidy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of Bilogai-Sugapa Airport?▼

The IATA code of Bilogai-Sugapa Airport is UGU. This three-letter code is used for unique airport identification in international air transport.

Where is Bilogai-Sugapa Airport located?▼

Bilogai-Sugapa Airport is located in Sugapa, ID.

What is the elevation of Bilogai-Sugapa Airport?▼

Bilogai-Sugapa Airport is at an elevation of 2240 meters (7348 ft) above sea level.

Location & Weather

-3.73950, 137.03118

2240 m ü. NN

Transit time routes from Sugapa

Jakarta → Shanghai Jakarta → Shenzhen Jakarta → Guangzhou Jakarta → Hong Kong Jakarta → Tokyo Jakarta → Busan

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Last updated: 8 June 2026

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Bilogai-Sugapa Airport (UGU)

Sugapa, ID · Regional Airport · IATA: UGU · 2240 m ü. NN

IATAUGU

CountryID

CitySugapa

Elevation2240 m

Lat-3.7395

Lng137.0312

TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

TypeRegional Airport

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