At 5,435 feet in the Papuan highlands, Wamena Airport (WMX) handles roughly 2,000 tonnes of cargo and mail because there is simply no other way in — not a single road links the Baliem Valley to the coast. It is the only highland field able to take narrow-body jets such as the A320 and Boeing 737 as well as the C-130 Hercules, which makes it a genuine freight airport rather than a feeder. Fuel, cement, rice and even vehicles are flown in by carriers including Trigana Air, Wings Air and Susi Air, while Asia Cargo Airlines runs converted freighters on weekly runs to Jayapura. Inbound flows are dominated by construction materials, food and perishables for highland communities. Sentani in Jayapura (DJJ) is the main staging gateway for these supplies. The high freight rates reflect the absence of any road alternative. For forwarders, Wamena is the reference point for any supply chain into Papua's interior.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of Wamena Airport?▼

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

Where is Wamena Airport located?▼

Wamena Airport is located in Wamena, ID.

What is the ICAO code of Wamena Airport?▼

The ICAO code of Wamena Airport is WAVV. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of Wamena Airport?▼

Wamena Airport is at an elevation of 1657 meters (5435 ft) above sea level.

Location & Weather

-4.09732, 138.95242

1657 m ü. NN

Transit time routes from Wamena

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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