About Pantar Airport

Pantar Airport, also known as Kabir Airport, is a small airstrip on Pantar Island in Alor Regency, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. It was built to cut the travel time between this remote island and the rest of the province, and it opened in 2021. The airport is operated under the Ministry of Transportation's Directorate General of Civil Aviation.

Where Pantar Airport is located

The airport is in Kabir village, in the Pantar district of Alor Regency. Pantar lies west of Alor Island, between Alor and Lembata.

Runway and terminal at Pantar Airport

The runway is about 900 metres long, sized for small aircraft such as the Cessna 208 Caravan. There is a small terminal building for passengers.

Flights at Pantar Airport

Regular scheduled flights at Pantar are limited. Small-aircraft pioneer (perintis) services, subsidised by the government, have linked the island with Kupang, but these depend on current contracts and can change. Check the latest schedule with the operator or the airport before you plan around a flight.

Other ways to reach Pantar

Many visitors reach Pantar by sea. Boats and ferries connect the island with Kalabahi on Alor, and Alor's Mali Airport has flights to Kupang.

Travel tips for Pantar

Facilities on the island are basic, so bring what you need. Keep your plans flexible, as both flights and boats can be affected by weather.

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