{ "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Airport", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "addressCountry": "Indonesia", "addressLocality": "Bontang" }, "airlines": [ "Charter operators", "Industrial flights" ], "amenityFeature": [ { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time", "value": "45 minutes" }, { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time", "value": "75 minutes" }, { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time", "value": "75 minutes" }, { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "International to International Connection Time", "value": "90 minutes" }, { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "Interline Connection Time", "value": "120 minutes" } ], "city": "Bontang", "code": "BXT", "connection_tips": "Connecting through PT Badak Bontang Airport (BXT) is a highly specialized experience governed by its status as a private industrial facility. The primary air link is between Bontang and Balikpapan (BPN), typically operated by Pelita Air Service using ATR 42-500 aircraft. A critical 'connection' tip for travelers is that these are charter flights intended primarily for employees and contractors of PT Badak NGL and Pupuk Kaltim. While limited seats are occasionally available to the general public, they are not listed on standard booking platforms; you must coordinate directly with local airline offices in Bontang. The flight takes approximately 30\u201345 minutes, but because of its high cost and restricted nature, most travelers opt for ground-based 'connections. '\n\nIf you are not affiliated with the energy companies, the most reliable way to connect to the broader Indonesian aviation network is via a 'Travel' (shuttle van) service from Bontang to Balikpapan\u2019s Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport (BPN). Popular providers like Kangaroo Premier or Cipaganti offer door-to-door service, though the journey takes 5 to 6 hours via the Samarinda\u2013Bontang highway. It is highly recommended to book these shuttles at least 24 hours in advance to ensure a timely arrival for your BPN departure.\n\nWithin the BXT terminal, facilities are minimalist but high-security; ensure you have all necessary company authorization documents ready before reaching the perimeter gates. For those visiting the nearby Kutai National Park, BXT is the most proximal airfield, but all logistics must be pre-arranged as there are no on-site car rentals or public taxis. Always allow a significant buffer when connecting from a Bontang ground transfer to a domestic flight in Balikpapan, as heavy traffic and road conditions in East Kalimantan can be unpredictable.", "country": "Indonesia", "flag_url": "https://flagcdn.com/w320/id.png", "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=IDR", "frequent_traveler_tip": [ "The airport mainly supports access to the Bontang LNG complex.", "Private operations require authorization at this airport.", "Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.", "Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.", "Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport." ], "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Bontang+Airport+East+Kalimantan+Indonesia", "google_maps_reviews": { "rating": 0.0, "recent_reviews": [], "total_reviews": 0 }, "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=IDR", "iataCode": "BXT", "icao": "WALC", "international": false, "last_modified": "June 2026", "last_updated": "2026-03-29", "latitude": 0.1197, "layover_planner_info": "Private industrial facility with restricted access.", "longitude": 117.475, "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45, "mct_domestic_to_international": 75, "mct_interline": 120, "mct_international_to_domestic": 75, "mct_international_to_international": 90, "missed_connection_help": "Consider Balikpapan or Samarinda for commercial connections.", "name": "PT Badak Bontang Airport", "region": "Southeast Asia", "related_airports": [ { "code": "BPN", "name": "Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Airport" }, { "code": "SGQ", "name": "Sanggata/Sangkimah Airport" }, { "code": "TSX", "name": "Tanjung Santan Airport" } ], "terminal_info": "PT Badak Bontang Airport (BXT), also known by its ICAO code WALC (formerly WRLC), is a private aviation facility located in Bontang, East Kalimantan, Indonesia. Managed by PT Badak NGL, a subsidiary of the national energy company Pertamina, the airport is a critical piece of industrial infrastructure designed to support the massive liquefied natural gas (LNG) operations in the region. Situated just one kilometer from the city center, it provides a direct connection for specialized personnel, contractors, and corporate executives moving between Bontang and major Indonesian cities like Balikpapan and Jakarta.\n\nThe terminal facilities at BXT are tailored to the specific requirements of corporate and industrial travel, offering a streamlined and secure environment for passengers. While it lacks the public retail and extensive dining options of commercial airports, the terminal provides essential services including a professional check-in area, comfortable waiting lounges, and high-standard security screening. The facility is designed for high-efficiency processing of shift workers and business travelers, ensuring minimal wait times and a smooth transition to the nearby industrial complexes.\n\nOperational infrastructure at Bontang includes a 1,900-meter asphalt runway (04/22) capable of accommodating regional aircraft such as the ATR-42 and Dash-7, which are frequently chartered for company operations. Access to the airport is strictly controlled and typically requires prior authorization from PT Badak NGL or associated industrial partners. Travelers are advised that as a private facility, all logistics including ground transportation and security clearance should be coordinated well in advance through their respective organizations.", "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/WALC" }