El Tari Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
KOE
ICAO Code
WATT
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

El Tari Airport (Kupang) is the main airport serving Kupang and West Timor in Indonesia. It operates as an international airport in designation but primarily handles domestic and regional flights, organized around a single passenger terminal serving scheduled traffic.

El Tari Airport
Elevation: 102 m
-10.1716, 123.6710

Terminal Guide for El Tari Airport #

The airport operates from a single terminal that handles both arrivals and departures. Passenger processing areas - check‑in, security and the departure lounge - are contained within a compact building. The terminal supports domestic operations and limited international services on certain routes.

Getting to and From El Tari Airport #

The airport is a short drive from Kupang city center; taxis and private cars are the main transfer options.

  • Rail/metro: None.
  • Buses: Local buses and minibuses serve nearby routes but may not call at the terminal directly.
  • Taxis: Taxis provide reliable transfers to central Kupang; agree a fare or use an app if available.
  • Ride‑share: App services may be limited; rely on local taxis.
  • Driving: Accessible by road with parking available on site.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at El Tari Airport #

Facilities are focused on regional passenger needs.

  • Lounges: Large airline lounges are uncommon.
  • Food & drink: Small cafés or kiosks are usually available landside.
  • Wi‑Fi: Public Wi‑Fi availability varies.
  • Charging stations: Limited - bring a portable charger.
  • Luggage storage & showers: Not typically available.
  • Accessibility: Assistance can usually be arranged through airlines.

Hotels and Layovers at El Tari Airport #

Hotels are concentrated in Kupang city; there is no major on‑site airport hotel. Travelers typically book accommodation in the city and use a taxi for the short transfer to El Tari Airport. For overnight or long layovers, city hotels are the practical choice and many offer airport pickups on request.

Tips for El Tari Airport #

  • Flights to and from Kupang (El Tari) can be delayed by weather - check your flight status before heading to the airport.
  • Carry Indonesian rupiah in cash for taxis and small purchases; ATMs are available in the city but may be limited at the terminal.
  • If connecting onward to nearby islands, confirm baggage rules and minimum connection times with your airline.
  • Plan transfers into Kupang city in advance - taxis and hotel shuttles are the usual options.

Weather & Climate near El Tari Airport #

Climate

El Tari Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1484 mm/year), wettest in January with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 47 Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
18°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (407 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

407 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

February

February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (338 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

338 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

March

March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (196 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

196 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (74 mm).

77 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 32°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 29°C due to high humidity. Light rainfall.

92 Ideal

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.5h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Light rainfall.

94 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 31°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.4h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 30°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 3 mm and mostly sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 31°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.7h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
21° 32°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 29°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 33°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

November

November is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm).

71 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 33°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

December

December is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (250 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

250 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

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