Airport
Matahora Airport (WNI)
Matahora Airport is the main gateway to Wakatobi Regency and the world-class dive destinations of Wakatobi National Park. Compare transfer options from Wangi-wangi Island to Wanci, nearby resorts, dive sites and onward connections across Southeast Sulawesi.
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About Matahora Airport
Matahora Airport is the main air gateway to Wakatobi Regency in Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia. Located on Wangi-wangi Island, it is the primary point of entry for travelers heading to Wakatobi National Park, a globally known destination for coral reefs and marine biodiversity.
The airport's modern passenger terminal opened on 8 May 2016, covering about 1,524 square meters with capacity for roughly 150 passengers per day. The terminal introduced a more spacious boarding lounge, modern check-in counters and improved passenger amenities.
The airport sits about 17 km from Wanci, the main town of Wangi-wangi Island. Ground transportation options include taxis, rental cars, private transfers and local transport connecting the airport with hotels, dive resorts and coastal areas around the island.
Matahora Airport operates scheduled domestic services linking Wakatobi with Kendari and other points in the region, and its facilities support a growing flow of leisure travelers visiting the islands.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Matahora Airport operates through a single passenger terminal, which opened in 2016. The terminal serves domestic flights and handles all passenger check-in, security screening, arrivals and departures.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Matahora Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Matahora Airport to Wanci, hotels, dive resorts and coastal areas across Wangi-wangi Island and Wakatobi Regency.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport to dive sites, hotels, business meetings and sightseeing around Wangi-wangi Island.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Matahora Airport for independent travel around Wangi-wangi Island and onward journeys to ports and nearby destinations in Wakatobi.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Matahora Airport, Wanci, resorts, dive operators and event venues across the island.
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