Juwata International Airport / Suharnoko Harbani AFB
Airport Airport
Juwata International Airport (Tarakan) is a combined civil-military facility that also hosts Suharnoko Harbani Air Force operations. The airport serves Tarakan and North Kalimantan with primarily domestic flights and operates from a single passenger terminal.
Getting to and From Juwata International Airport / Suharnoko Harbani AFB #
Tarakan city centre is typically 10-20 minutes by road from the terminal.
- Taxis and motorbike taxis: Readily available outside arrivals and are the fastest way into town.
- Buses/shuttles: Limited scheduled public buses; hotel pick‑ups are common.
- Car hire: Local car rental desks or prebooked transfers available; roads in the area are suitable for short drives.
- Driving: Short city commute; expect traffic at peak times.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Juwata International Airport / Suharnoko Harbani AFB #
Facilities are modest: a few cafés or kiosks, basic retail/airline counters and car rental desks. Wi‑Fi availability is not guaranteed and charging points are limited. There are no extensive lounge facilities; request assistance from your airline if you need special services. The terminal is small but generally accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Hotels and Layovers at Juwata International Airport / Suharnoko Harbani AFB #
There are no on‑site international hotels; most accommodation is in Tarakan town centre (10-20 minutes from the airport). Some city hotels offer airport pickup - check at booking.
Tips for Juwata International Airport / Suharnoko Harbani AFB #
- Because the airport shares space with a military base, expect visible military operations and additional security checks - allow extra time for screening.
- Taxis and ojeks (motorbike taxis) are the quickest way to reach Tarakan town; negotiate fares for short trips or insist on the meter where available.
- Domestic flight schedules can be limited; if you have a tight connection, reconfirm flights the day before departure.
Weather & Climate near Juwata International Airport / Suharnoko Harbani AFB #
Juwata International Airport / Suharnoko Harbani AFB's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (3358 mm/year), wettest in December, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (257 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (215 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (277 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (298 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (295 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (273 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (265 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (268 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (266 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (308 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (315 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (321 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
