Which airport should I fly into for Banda Aceh?

The closest airport, Sultan Iskandarmuda Airport (BTJ), is usually most convenient, though a larger airport a little farther out may offer more connections.

How far is the airport from Banda Aceh?

The nearest is about 6 mi (10 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Banda Aceh?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Banda Aceh

The closest airports to Banda Aceh, Indonesia: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Banda Aceh, Indonesia is Sultan Iskandarmuda Airport (BTJ), about 6 mi (10 km) away — roughly 21 min by road.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
BTJ	Sultan Iskandarmuda AirportBanda Aceh-Sumatra Island, Indonesia	6 mi / 10 km	21 min	Regional
SBG	Maimun Saleh AirportSabang-We Island, Indonesia	23 mi / 37 km	44 min	Regional
MEQ	Seunagan AirportPeureumeue-Sumatra Island, Indonesia	108 mi / 174 km	2 hr 31 min	Regional
LSW	Malikus Saleh AirportLhok Seumawe-Sumatra Island, Indonesia	113 mi / 182 km	2 hr 38 min	Regional
NDA	Banda Airport KepulauanBanda Island, Indonesia	126 mi / 203 km	2 hr 56 min	Regional
LSX	Lhok Sukon AirportLhok Sukon-Sumatra Island, Indonesia	137 mi / 220 km	3 hr 11 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Sultan Iskandarmuda Airport (BTJ) is the most convenient at about 6 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Banda Aceh. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with BTJ.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near BTJ saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Other cities these airports serve

→ Lhokseumawe (127 mi)

Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Banda Aceh is Sultan Iskandarmuda Airport (BTJ), about 6 mi (10 km) away — roughly 21 min by road.