Airport
Obano Airport (OBD)
Obano Airport is a small regional gateway serving Obano and Paniai Regency in the Central Papua highlands of Indonesia. Compare transfer options to Obano town centre, nearby Lake Paniai and surrounding highland communities before continuing your journey.
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About Obano Airport
Obano Airport is the local airport serving Obano, the administrative centre of Paniai Regency in Central Papua, Indonesia. It provides essential air connectivity for this remote highland area, linking it with other towns in Papua and supporting residents, government travel and regional supply routes.
The airport sits at roughly 1,768 metres above sea level and operates a single small passenger terminal with a short runway. Its compact layout handles check-in, screening, boarding and baggage collection in one building.
Obano Airport is located about 5 km from Obano town centre, with typical road travel of around 15–20 minutes depending on conditions. Transport options are limited, so travellers are advised to arrange onward travel in advance, as local taxis are scarce.
Facilities are basic, with small local eateries and limited shops near the terminal. Despite its modest size, the airport is an important gateway for reaching Obano, Lake Paniai and nearby highland communities in Central Papua.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Obano Airport operates a single small passenger terminal serving domestic and regional flights. The compact building houses check-in, security screening, boarding and baggage collection.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Obano Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Obano Airport to Obano town centre, guesthouses and other locations across Paniai Regency.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a driver by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, local business meetings or journeys around Obano and nearby highland areas.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Obano Airport for independent travel around Obano and onward journeys through the Central Papua highlands.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organise minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Obano Airport, Obano town, Lake Paniai and other destinations in the region.
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