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Gag Island Airport (GAV)
Gag Island Airport is a small domestic airstrip on Gag Island, serving the Raja Ampat archipelago in Southwest Papua, Indonesia. From here, travelers continue mainly by sea to Sorong, Waisai, and nearby islands such as Gam, Mansuar, and Arborek.
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About Gag Island Airport
Gag Island Airport is a small domestic airfield on Gag Island, in the Raja Ampat Islands of Southwest Papua, Indonesia. It serves the island community and supports access to the wider Raja Ampat archipelago.
The runway was built in 1996 by PT Asia Pacific Nickel, and the airport has operated since December 2008. It was formally reopened in September 2025 under PT Gag Nikel, mainly handling helicopters, chartered light aircraft such as the Cessna Caravan, and occasional pioneer flights.
The airport is located about 150 km west of Sorong, the provincial capital, which is typically reached by sea in around 8 to 12 hours on scheduled ferries. Because there is no road connection to Gag Island, most onward travel is made by boat from the island's port.
Facilities are basic, with a small terminal, a waiting area and simple food and drink kiosks. The airport provides an important but limited transport link for residents, mine workers, government visits and travelers heading to Raja Ampat's islands.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Gag Island Airport operates with a single small passenger terminal building serving domestic pioneer flights, helicopters, and light aircraft.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Gag Island Airport
Transfers
Arrange private transfers from Gag Island Airport to the port, local accommodation or onward boat connections to Sorong and other Raja Ampat islands.
Hourly Chauffeur
Book a driver by the hour for airport-to-port transfers and local travel around Gag Island where road access is available.
Car Rental
Car rental options are limited at this small island airport, so confirm availability before arrival if you need independent local transport.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize group transfers to the Gag Island port or charter boats for groups continuing to Sorong, Waisai and nearby Raja Ampat destinations.
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