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Riau Province's main international gateway in Sumatra.
Opened
1940
Location
Pekanbaru, Indonesia
Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU/WIBB) serves Pekanbaru, the capital of Riau Province on the island of Sumatra, Indonesia. It is the primary commercial aviation hub for the region, handling domestic routes across Indonesia as well as select international connections to neighboring countries.
The airport shares its facilities with Roesmin Nurjadin Air Force Base, a military installation of the Indonesian Air Force, making it a joint civil-military aerodrome. The airport has undergone expansion and modernization efforts to accommodate growing passenger traffic driven by Pekanbaru's role as an oil and gas industry center.
The airport is named after Sultan Syarif Kasim II, the last Sultan of Siak Sri Indrapura and a national hero of Indonesia, reflecting its cultural and historical significance to the Riau region.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international flights.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include taxis, ride-hailing services, and airport buses connecting the airport to central Pekanbaru, approximately 10 kilometers away.
Airlines here
Major carriers serving PKU include Garuda Indonesia, Lion Air, Batik Air, Citilink, and AirAsia, with routes primarily to Jakarta, Medan, and Kuala Lumpur.
Notable facts
- ›The airport is a joint civil-military facility shared with Roesmin Nurjadin Air Force Base of the Indonesian Air Force.
- ›Named after Sultan Syarif Kasim II, the last Sultan of Siak Sri Indrapura and Indonesian national hero.
- ›Pekanbaru's oil and gas industry significantly drives business travel demand at the airport.
- ›The airport serves as the main gateway to the Riau Province, one of Indonesia's wealthiest regions due to petroleum resources.
- ›International destinations have historically included Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, reflecting close ties with neighboring Malaysia.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
