Airports Near Ternate
The closest airports to Ternate, Indonesia: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Ternate, Indonesia is Sultan Khairun Babullah Airport (TTE), about 3 mi (5 km) away — roughly 11 min by road.
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TTE | Sultan Khairun Babullah AirportSango-Ternate Island, Indonesia | 3 mi / 5 km | 11 min | Regional |
| KAZ | Kao AirportKao-Celebes Island, Indonesia | 45 mi / 72 km | 1 hr 20 min | Regional |
| GLX | Gamarmalamo AirportGalela-Celebes Island, Indonesia | 78 mi / 125 km | 1 hr 48 min | Regional |
| LAH | Oesman Sadik Airport LabuhaLabuha-Halmahera Island, Indonesia | 99 mi / 159 km | 2 hr 18 min | Regional |
| OTI | Pitu AirportGotalalamo-Morotai Island, Indonesia | 108 mi / 174 km | 2 hr 31 min | Regional |
| GEB | Gebe AirportGebe Island, Indonesia | 155 mi / 250 km | 3 hr 37 min | Regional |
| MDC | Sam Ratulangi AirportManado-Celebes Island, Indonesia | 178 mi / 286 km | 4 hr 8 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 Khairun Babullah Airport (TTE) is the most convenient at about 3 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 Ternate. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with TTE.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near TTE saves a stressful morning transfer.
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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 Ternate is Sultan Khairun Babullah Airport (TTE), about 3 mi (5 km) away — roughly 11 min by road.