Airport
Jos Orno Imsula Airport (JIO)
Jos Orno Imsula Airport is the main air gateway to Tiakur, the capital of Southwest Maluku Regency on Moa Island. Compare transfer options to Tiakur town, nearby villages, and onward connections to Kisar and the surrounding islands, and plan your journey with ease.
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Luggage
About Jos Orno Imsula Airport
Jos Orno Imsula Airport is the main domestic airport serving Tiakur, the capital of Southwest Maluku Regency in Maluku, Indonesia. Situated in Werwaru village on Moa Island, it connects this remote island community with other parts of the region through scheduled pioneer flights.
Construction of the airport began in 2011, and its runway was later extended to about 1,200 metres and widened to 30 metres to accommodate ATR 42 aircraft. The compact terminal covers roughly 240 square metres and brings arrivals, departures, check-in and baggage claim together in a single building.
The airport lies approximately 12 km from Tiakur town centre and is typically reached by private hire car or motorcycle taxi (ojek). Road conditions on the island can affect travel times, so arranging transport in advance is recommended.
Despite its small size, the airport offers essential facilities such as a waiting lounge, cafeteria, local retail stalls, ATMs and charging points, making it a practical gateway for travellers visiting Moa Island and the wider Southwest Maluku region.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Jos Orno Imsula Airport operates through a single compact passenger terminal building serving domestic and pioneer flights. Arrivals, departures and check-in are handled within one terminal area, and the airport has no separate international, Schengen or non-Schengen facilities.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Jos Orno Imsula Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Jos Orno Imsula Airport to Tiakur town, local villages, guesthouses and other points across Moa Island.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, visits around Tiakur and Moa Island, or business and event trips.
Car Rental
Rent a car or private vehicle from Jos Orno Imsula Airport for independent travel around Moa Island and nearby areas.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter vehicles for groups travelling between Jos Orno Imsula Airport, Tiakur, villages, event venues and other destinations on Moa Island.
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